breakout

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His first big breakout came in the dot-com boom, when internet investments made him the world’s richest man for just three days—in his words—before the bubble burst and wiped out 99% of SoftBank’s value.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

After winning his first cap last weekend, 17-year-old Czech midfielder Hugo Sochurek will celebrate his 18th birthday this Sunday, while German wonderkid Lennart Karl is set to impress after his breakout season at Bayern Munich.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

The current base began forming after a bearish dark cloud cover candle on April 21 and developed shortly after a breakout from a short cup-base pattern.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

“Euphoria” was a breakout show for many of its young stars.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

“You’ve got a little breakout there on your forehead. You’re not eatin’ that greasy food you’re selling, are you?”

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy