Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for break into. Search instead for break+into.
Definitions

break into

VERB
burglarize
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

When she wanted to try to break into health coaching recently, he agreed to cover her full $2,000-a-month rent for a year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

It would break into strong spells of storms and deeply gray cloud-cover for hours in the afternoon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

“Nobody Wants This” “ ‘Hacks’ ’ final season should have serious competition in the AI-driven final run of ‘The Comeback,’ and Apple TV’s endearing ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ deserves to break into the comedy pack.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

According to its founder, Claire Malcolm, added stresses such as the cost-of-living crisis are making things "more difficult" for people trying to break into the industry.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

I break into a run as we pass the orchard, like if I pump my legs fast enough, I can outrun this thing that’s happening to me.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "break into" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com