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decisive break

[/dɪˈsɪsɪv breɪk/]
nounpl: decisive breaks
ruptura decisiva
1. A clear and definitive separation or division that establishes a significant turning point
The decisive break between the two companies came after years of disagreement.
A ruptura decisiva entre as duas empresas ocorreu após anos de desacordo.
2. In sports or competition, a moment where one side gains a clear and often insurmountable advantage
The team's decisive break in the second half secured their victory.
A ruptura decisiva do time no segundo tempo garantiu sua vitória.
3. A clear break from a previous pattern, relationship, or way of thinking
Her decisive break with tradition surprised the entire family.
Sua ruptura decisiva com a tradição surpreendeu toda a família.
Synonyms
clear breakdefinitive separationcrucial momentturning pointbreakthrough
Antonyms
reconciliationcontinuitygradual transitionpartial agreement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ruptura decisiva
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ruptura decisiva / corte decisivo
Corte decisivo used in sports contexts
Portugal
rutura decisiva
Portuguese spelling variation of ruptura

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a clean break
break the ice
a break in the clouds
decisive moment
point of no return
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