break bread

Example Sentences

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“The three of us did much more than break bread at Olive Garden — we commiserated.”

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

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

“I could scarcely have missed an opportunity to break bread with you, Ripred,” said Solovet.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins