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  • present tense form of break (3rd person singular).
  • plural of break.

breaks





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As this insulation breaks down, patients can develop neurological problems such as difficulty walking or vision impairment.

From Science Daily • Jun. 29, 2026

Read: Snap breaks from the pack with heavy $2,195 smart glasses.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 27, 2026

WSJ’s Jonathan Weil breaks down the historical performance of the semiconductor sector and what it says about current volatility in chip and tech stocks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

A long-standing Sheffield charity is celebrating its 50th anniversary providing much-needed holidays and short breaks for local families facing adversity.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

The shrill bell rings, and the classroom breaks into a flurry.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day




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