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England took advantage of those reprieves to somehow be ahead by the break, through star performer Anthony Gordon's composed finish and Harry Kane's deflected header.

From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026

When creating the presidency, one of the Framers’ greatest worries was that holders of the new office would break through all the anti-monarchical provisions of the Constitution to become autocrats.

From Slate ● Aug. 17, 2026

Some marketers have shifted away from mascots, however, in favor of actors, musicians and other human stars who can break through more quickly, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026

Blondie would eventually break through into actual pop stardom, but also had to fight back against the “punk” label.

From Salon ● Aug. 10, 2026

It could take years to break through that fear.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett




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