break even

Example Sentences

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This year’s event has a record number of participants, and is set to break even after operating at a loss for the last two years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

They point out that the segment turned positive in March and management expects it to break even in 2Q.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Friedsam estimates that she needs to win about £300,000 a season to break even.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Plus you did not expect to break even by the time you and your Marathon Man run out of battery, so, again, why wait?

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

“He has a very hard head. Hard enough to break even the toughest of cups.”

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman