break down
Example Sentences
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"To continue to use wastewater safely, we need a more sophisticated understanding of where and how crop species metabolize, or break down, agents in the water."
From Science Daily
Proteins secreted through this system can protect antibodies from breaking down, which strengthens immune defenses and may improve the effectiveness of oral vaccines.
From Science Daily
As the nucleus grows heavier and more unstable, it eventually breaks down into lighter and more stable forms.
From Science Daily
Lauren remains hopeful for her future, but admits to having "these moments with your family where you break down and you can't breathe".
From BBC
On another raid in Merkinch, it took three officers nearly a minute of sustained hammering before they broke down the door to a cottage flat.
From BBC
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