break
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And in a break with recent history, all of the City Council members running for re-election cruised to victories.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
"You can imagine the whole system as a finely branched power grid that becomes increasingly damaged with age: connections break down and currents stall," explains Dr. Maria Ermolaeva, the study's lead author.
From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026
The stock has shaken off the broader software selloff to break into positive territory on a year-to-date basis.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
The 19-year-old Canadian cried out in pain as she slipped while trying to reach a forehand by Pliskova, who was facing break point, and went down clutching her left knee.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“Well, if you want me to answer any of your questions, you’ll give me a break and answer mine for real. Otherwise, I’m not sure I’ll want to keep playing.”
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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