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break the record

VERB
climax
Synonyms
STRONG
accomplish achieve cap conclude crown end finish fulfill peak succeed terminate top tower
WEAK
come to a head hit high spot reach a peak reach the zenith rise to crescendo
Antonyms
STRONG
begin commence fall initiate introduce lose miss start
WEAK
delve dip drop fall off

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The new Hydromax car will also be driven by the now-retired Green - who said at a launch event in May that he would be "amazed" if it didn't break the record.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

This home is poised to break the record because of its privacy, convenience and turnkey condition, Bowen said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

Fernandes is on course to break the record for the highest number of assists provided across a single Premier League season.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Might Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” or Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” tie or even break the record for most nods for a single movie?

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 19, 2026

I needed one touchdown to break the record for TDs in one season.

From "Crash" by Jerry Spinelli

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