willfullybreakingup
verb (phrase)UK /ˈwɪl.fəl.i breɪk.ɪŋ ʌp/
US /ˈwɪl.fəl.i breɪk.ɪŋ ʌp/
Choosing on purpose to end a relationship or split something apart.
She was willfully breaking up the band because she wanted to start a new project.
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2. On purpose ending a romantic relationship.
He was willfully breaking up with her after months of arguing.
3. Intentionally breaking something into smaller pieces.
The kids were willfully breaking up the cookies for the birds.
4. Deliberately causing a group to stop working together.
The manager was willfully breaking up the team to cut costs.