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broke

[brohk] / broʊk /


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The incoming rock was fragile and broke apart quickly as it traveled through the atmosphere.

From Science Daily Aug. 8, 2026

Miller’s former father-in-law, Sen. Bernie Moreno, broke his long silence over the matter.

From Slate Aug. 8, 2026

The unit, which operates bikeshare systems in six U.S. cities, also broke daily, weekly and monthly records in June, Lyft says.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 7, 2026

Relations broke down after former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chávez sought asylum in the Mexican embassy in November 2025.

From BBC Aug. 7, 2026

I shifted my weight, and stalks broke with a satisfying crunch.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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