break
Example Sentences
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His goals for Guadalajara in their run to the title play-off round semi-final of Liga MX saw him break through to the national side.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Over-the-top doesn’t begin to describe Alice’s feelings of betrayal or her escalating attempts to break up the couple and punish Steve for his betrayal, which is precisely what drew Walker to the project.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Authorities have barred fans without tickets from coming within several blocks of the Manhattan venue, and have banned watch parties directly outside -- a break from the first two playoff games, which drew jubilant crowds.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
I knew when I wrote this book that it was going to break the compact readers have with contemporary fiction where someone changes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Panting, I take a break and get my breath back.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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