broke
Example Sentences
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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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