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The best and worst ways to break up with someone

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The best and worst ways to break up with someone
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StarsInsider
10/07/2026 11:00 ‧ 9 hours ago | StarsInsider

LIFESTYLE

Relationships

Breaking up is never easy. Whether you've been together for three months or three years, ending a relationship can be awkward, emotional, and sometimes downright messy. While there's no painless way to say goodbye, there are definitely better and worse ways to do it. Some breakups leave both people with respect and closure, while others become horror stories that friends talk about for years.

So, from ghosting and public scenes to honest conversations and thoughtful goodbyes, click on for the best and worst ways to end a relationship.

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