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break-in

[breyk-in] / ˈbreɪkˌɪn /


break in




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Vance pushed for a break in the talks to allow the Iranians time to consider the proposals, not because of Trump’s post, the official said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

Meanwhile, the Netherlands led Japan 2-1 going into the second-half hydration break in Arlington, Texas, on Sunday.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

US broadcaster Fox US overran adverts, external during a hydration break in the opening match of the tournament between Mexico and South Africa.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

“We do not expect the next hike in July, but rather after the summer break in September.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Pale sunshine poked through a break in the clouds as we walked back to the graveyard.

From "The Bridge Home" by Padma Venkatraman




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