break-in

Example Sentences

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Dozens of rulings are due in the next few weeks before the justices wrap for their summer break in early July.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

She made the decisive break in the 11th game of the opening set before closing it out with a hold to love, and her relentless pressure told again in the second.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

While mid- and late-career employees could hang on to their positions longer in that scenario, younger workers would likely struggle to break in.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

I know if I made Steve Carell break in the middle of a scene, I’m dancing for a while.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

“Who cares? It’s a break in the routine.”

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo