break bread
Example Sentences
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Is TED the last place in America where billionaires and activists still break bread together?
From Slate • May 8, 2026
“It was clear he had mastered how to build ties and create an atmosphere where people could break bread together and felt like they were getting access to him,” Stroul said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026
In fact, he said there were "beautiful interactions" as the group from the mosque were able to "break bread" and listen to some people's concerns in "deep conversations".
From BBC • Aug. 5, 2024
Because I break bread with and claim to be part of this marked construct, this otherness, complete with jail time within the carceral state, allow me to enlighten you.
From Salon • Jan. 1, 2024
“He has visited our fine establishment several times. Indeed, it has been my honor to break bread with him.”
From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson
