breaking

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The player who ultimately proved capable of breaking through was someone who had never finished in the top 10 of a major before.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

"By breaking records through healthy competition on Everest, will help make climbing safer, more dignified, and better managed."

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

From now, it means anyone selling or changing a test on someone else's behalf will be breaking the law.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

After a disastrous conversation, Bear ends up making the wish himself, breaking the stick and wishing that Nikki would love him more than anyone else in the world.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Edith-Anne’s knack for breaking wild ponies to the saddle was demonstrated many times in the series, but there was always a great deal of bucking and kicking to endure.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood