broken

Example Sentences

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It reminded Jonah of the time that he’d broken a window playing baseball, and he’d thought that if he just didn’t mention it, maybe Mom and Dad wouldn’t notice.

From Literature

He pushed the tiller and then he pulled it, but it swung loose and empty in his hand and he knew his rudder was broken.

From Literature

The Mediterranean crust here is broken into smaller microplates that shift, sink, and partially melt, fueling both earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

From Science Daily

The traditional business model for indie films has broken down as audiences still have not shown up to theaters with the same enthusiasm as before the pandemic.

From Los Angeles Times

Lindsey Vonn has returned to the United States after four operations on the broken leg she sustained at the Winter Olympics - but has yet to stand up nine days after the crash.

From BBC