breakout

Example Sentences

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There was a breakout in the first season of The Hundred in 2021, before England debuts the following year, and three World Cups and two Ashes series since.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Chevron’s longer-term chart shows a cup base breakout, suggesting today’s pullback offers a buying opportunity.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

The Charlotte Hornets’ sniper is the breakout star of his draft class.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

AC/DC, Jack White and Drake headlined, the latter bringing out Madonna for a smooch, but Florence + The Machine was one of the breakout performances from the year, literally.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“You’ve got a little breakout there on your forehead. You’re not eatin’ that greasy food you’re selling, are you?”

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy