break-in
Example Sentences
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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
The company’s 40% global market share is still growing—its business requires millions of parts, making it harder for rivals to break in.
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
The only break in the show’s near decade-long history came during the COVID-19 pandemic, when artists all around the city were holed up in their homes with nowhere to play.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
“Actually, Mrs. Doyle,” I break in, “if you could give me a lift to the library, I have to finish up some of my research for the history final.”
From "A Step from Heaven" by An Na
