He cut the connection before any answer could come back.

He cut the connection before she could think of a response.

He cut the connection, then turned, looking to the pilot.

He cut the connection before the chief engineer could respond.

He cut the connection, got up, and began to pace, unable to sit still any longer.

"Things are already out of hand," she told him, and cut the connection.

He cut the connection before she had the opportunity to break down completely.

Before Linda had a chance to get the address he cut the connection.

I almost said the words to cut the connection; stopped.

He cut the connection, put his jacket on, and left the flat.