Question

what is the meaning of burn one’s bridges?
patrick burned his bridges at work when he quit without warning.

to be social with

to leave on bad terms

to cut off all routes of escape

Explanation:

The phrase "burn one's bridges" means to cut off all routes of escape. It implies making a decision or taking an action that leaves no possibility of going back or having alternative options in the future. In the context of Patrick quitting without warning, it means he severed his ties in a way that made it difficult to return or have good relations again.

Answer:

To cut off all routes of escape.