severing

Definition

The formal act of cutting ties—whether that's employment, a business relationship, or negotiations. It's the corporate way of saying 'we're done here' with legal documentation and usually an awkward conversation.

Example Usage

The company announced it was severing its contract with the third-party vendor effective immediately.

Source: Merriam-Webster via Free Dictionary API

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