break through
Example Sentences
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His goals for Guadalajara in their run to the title play-off round semi-final of Liga MX saw him break through to the national side.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Goodrich called it “the clearest statement yet from inside Huawei that they have accepted they can’t break through the EUV barrier on any meaningful near-term horizon.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
The delicate pitter-patter of a drum’s cymbal is the only sound to break through the thick brick wall of the obscure performance venue, Sun Space, and reach the wide, desolate Sunland Boulevard.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
The fact that he continues to struggle to break through while many far lesser talents succeed says something about both the industry and our culture at large.
From Salon • May 15, 2026
In order to break through the communication barrier and begin peace negotiations with the Nhambiquara, Rondon set up a phonograph and played records.
From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple
