breakage

Example Sentences

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To reach weapons-grade—93% or higher—the material must be spun in sensitive centrifuges that are subject to breakage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Part of elephants' whisker evolution is to prevent breakage, said Schulz.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Historically, cables in Taiwan, Vietnam and Egypt have all been vulnerable to breakage and sabotage.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2025

It was just like a bro-code breakage, and I said, "That's it. I'm done with the guy."

From Salon • May 18, 2024

I heard a voice say, followed by the sounds of breakage, and finally footsteps receding.

From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi