broken

Example Sentences

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The 1.5C barrier is expected to be broken with increasing frequency.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

It’s easy to think that the American healthcare system is broken, but it’s not.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

If repair is not possible, the faulty proteins are usually broken down into amino acids so the cell can reuse or remove them.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

"Until we reduce global carbon emissions to net zero, we'll continue to heat the planet and temperature records will continue to be broken," he said.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

These relics were set aside, and the digging resumed with the shout, “Great God! Here are the pieces of a broken bowl!”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock