break, smash, split, destroy, demolish

plus-minus, constant changes, additions and subtractions

pinch and squeeze, wrench and twist

to considerably alter something, to adulterate, mix

break one's vow, violate one's faith, perjure

sever relations, snap ties, break contact

cleanse the bottom of a well

treat very harshly

depend on other's pity for a living

thrash severely

to give up abstinence (from some food or drink)

sever relationship, break up engagement or marriage

to break an engagement, or promise, break one's promise or pact

not to eat

to take great trouble

work wonders

break the heart, disappoint