break free

liberarse

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break free(

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An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g. Everybody please stand up.).

intransitive verb phrase

1. (to gain freedom)

a. liberarse

Let's handcuff them and tie them to the tree so they can't break free.Esposémolos y atémolos al árbol para que no puedan liberarse.

b. soltarse

One of the hostages broke free and escaped from the bank.Uno de los rehenes se soltó y escapó del banco.

c. escaparse

Five prisoners broke free and burned down the building.Cinco prisioneros se escaparon e incendiaron el edificio.

d. escapar

I'm prepared to do anything to break free from this routine, which is like a living death.Estoy dispuesto a hacer lo que sea para escapar de esta rutina, que es como una muerte en vida.

A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g. carrot, bean).

(figurative)

(to get rid of)

a. liberarse

You have to learn how to break free from your bias.Tienes que aprender a liberarte de tus prejuicios.

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