break down
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During ferroptosis, oxidation damages critical molecules, particularly the fatty molecules that make up cell membranes, eventually causing the cells to break down.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 9, 2026
When Jennifer Siebel Newsom rejected the term “first lady” and decided to go by “first partner,’’ she became the first wife of a California governor to signal she wanted to break down traditional gender stereotypes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
Australia's Kasatkina improved slightly in the second set and recovered from falling an early break down, but Osaka recovered quickly to win the next three games and see out the victory.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
Let’s break down what we know—and, more pointedly, don’t—about McConnell’s condition, then get into the broader issue of lawmakers not being straight about their health.
From Slate ● Jul. 2, 2026
From time to time he would break down in tears.
From "The Last Olympian" by Rick Riordan
