break for

Example Sentences

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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

We got a break for the pilot I did at NBC, and I just did a movie with Jessica Williams and Kevin Bacon.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

He points to measures like the tax break for overtime pay as evidence that policy is already shifting outcomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

During a break for lunch, Jon Feinberg, president of the National Police Accountability Project, stepped out of the room and spoke to reporters.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026

“They’re just taking a break for a while.”

From "Rules" by Cynthia Lord