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irreversible break

[/ˌɪrɪˈvɜːrsəbl breɪk/]
nounpl: irreversible breaks
ruptura irreversível
1. A permanent separation or termination of a relationship, agreement, or connection that cannot be repaired or undone
The scandal caused an irreversible break between the two partners.
O escândalo causou uma ruptura irreversível entre os dois sócios.
2. In physics or materials science, a fracture or separation that cannot be restored to its original state
The material suffered an irreversible break under extreme pressure.
O material sofreu uma ruptura irreversível sob pressão extrema.
3. A definitive end to diplomatic, personal, or professional relations
Their irreversible break marked the end of a long-standing alliance.
A ruptura irreversível deles marcou o fim de uma aliança de longa data.
NYC Slang
a point of no return / the final straw
Synonyms
permanent breakfinal separationirreparable rupturecomplete severancedecisive split
Antonyms
reconciliationrepairrestorationmendingreunion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ruptura irreversível
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
ruptura irreversível / quebra sem volta
More colloquial usage with 'quebra sem volta' in informal speech
São Paulo
ruptura irreversível / corte definitivo
Business context often uses 'corte definitivo'
Portugal
rutura irreversível / quebra definitiva
Common in formal Portuguese; 'quebra definitiva' is also used

Related Idioms & Phrases

the point of no return
burn bridges
cross the Rubicon
a clean break
cut ties
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