part with

verb

parted with; parting with; parts with

Synonyms of part with

: to give up possession or control of (something)

He hated to part with that old car.

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But talks broke down when the Lakers were unwilling to part with multiple second-round draft picks. — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026 If your nose starts bleeding, lean forward and pinch its soft part with steady pressure for 15 minutes. — Angela Haupt, Time, 16 Oct. 2026 Joel said the hydrocephalus was a factor in his decision to part with his motorcycles, as the condition makes driving difficult. — Corky Siemaszko, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2026 Business owners should consider their liquidity needs before engaging in these tax maneuvers, most of which require parting with equity well before a sale, according to Brian Haloosim, president of Lido Advisors. — Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for part with

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