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break into

VERB
burglarize
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG




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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

Gessime has featured in all their recent friendlies since, making his debut against Ecuador in March as he attempts to break into a side that reached the semi-finals in Qatar.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

I wouldn’t be surprised if Elle Fanning is the only new contender to break into this race.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Do you expect the removal of rote accounting work to make the profession more attractive to students, or harder to break into?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

No one would actually break into their house.

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway




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