break bread
Example Sentences
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“It was clear he had mastered how to build ties and create an atmosphere where people could break bread together and felt like they were getting access to him,” Stroul said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 12, 2026
In fact, he said there were "beautiful interactions" as the group from the mosque were able to "break bread" and listen to some people's concerns in "deep conversations".
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2024
Indeed, there’s seemingly no one with whom Khanna won’t break bread or, should things have gone sour, patch things up.
From Slate ● Jun. 20, 2024
Earlier this year, Winkler spoke of the great amount of respect he has for reigning NFL MVP and the fact that he had yet to break bread with Mahomes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 27, 2023
“He has visited our fine establishment several times. Indeed, it has been my honor to break bread with him.”
From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson
