short break
Example Sentences
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During their one short break, Charlotte lets out a small shout of pain.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
Nine of the categories will be revealed at 5:30 a.m., and the 15 remaining ones will be announced at 5:41 a.m. after a short break.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 16, 2026
At my age, he said, my proprioception “batteries are running low,” but I can recharge them with a short break from pickleball and a focus on the pool.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 1, 2026
Taking a short break from running a practice for 50 excited five to 10 year old boys, coach Mahmud Jandia told AFP he hoped the field would remain.
From Barron's ● Dec. 19, 2025
“Maybe we should all take a short break before we begin,” said the emcee.
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
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