broke

Example Sentences

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Her voice broke as she scrolled through dozens of photos and videos on her phone.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

When I broke my shoulder six weeks into our romance and needed surgery, he stayed with me in the hospital and moved in to care for me.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

“One of the main reasons I broke up with my old band in January 2023 was that I wanted to start a heavier, hardcore band,” Ian says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Ahmed moved to another property when the relationship between the siblings broke down, the court documents showed.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

‘You broke the rule,’ the Raven Leader said calmly.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver