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But just as pizzaiolos have riffed on the Neapolitan pie, some artisanal bakers have found that the key to success lies in strategically breaking from dogma.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

However, Prizmic continued to get on top of the baseline exchanges and chase down Djokovic's drop shots, breaking for a 3-2 lead as the Serb sent a volley long.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

The Dare Market app allows people to challenge one another to complete dares for prizes or money, but discourages users from breaking any laws, Rose-Perfito said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

HSL plays a central role in this process by breaking down triglycerides into fatty acids that other organs can use for fuel.

From Science Daily • May 8, 2026

She was as superstitious as a black cat breaking a mirror in a graveyard.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan