break through

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In today’s information-saturated environment, Rosales said, the race and its roster of “extremely milquetoast candidates” didn’t break through until the Swalwell scandal grabbed voters’ attention.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 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 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

After initially trying to negotiate with the settlers, Mohammed rushed up to the grave just as they were about to break through a slab which was all that remained between them and his father's remains.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

I kiss Rufus again before we break through the crowd.

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera