He had to _____ the engagement when he realized he was not ready for marriage.
break off
The concert was _____at the last minute due to technical difficulties.
called off
His constant complaining is starting to _____ spending any more time with him.
put me off
The alarm _____ at 5:30 am, signaling the start of another long day.
went off
The family _____their son as he left to study abroad for the next few years.
saw off
The thief managed to _____with the stolen goods before the police arrived at the scene.
run off
