break in

Example Sentences

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On Wednesday, a break in the heat is expected widely across much of eastern and southeastern England.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Scientists finally got a break in 2021 and 2022 when storm activity in Jupiter's North Equatorial Belt temporarily decreased.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

A conversation between Lai and Trump would be a major break in US diplomatic policy and risk a rupture with Beijing.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

A company called Zack’s Mighty boasts: “We make delicious tortilla chips that don’t break in guacamole.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Dad points to the smallest break in a dense hillside of bushes.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila