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break for

VERB

make

Synonyms

STRONGEST

go head meet move reach

STRONG

advance attain bear catch proceed progress

WEAK

arrive at arrive in time get to light out set out strike out take off

Antonyms

STRONGEST

miss stay stop

STRONG

halt lose retreat retrogress

WEAK

fail renounce

Example Sentences

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She celebrated with a clenched fist after a ferocious smash secured a break for a 4-1 lead.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

But Auger-Aliassime raised his level to break for a 6-5 lead and served out the set to take full control.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

A military band played and the room stood for the national anthem before a break for dinner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

Our hearts break for the victims even as Michael’s music is fused to our souls.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

An hour later, they took a break for wine and caviar.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin