breaking in
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But more women are breaking in, drawn by well-paying jobs that are in high demand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026
Spahn and his husband recently welcomed the child, with news breaking in the German media earlier this week.
From Barron's ● Jul. 18, 2026
Because the fresh leather can be so rigid, little leaguers everywhere have devised their own methods for breaking in a brand new glove.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2025
Both teams are breaking in first-round running backs, rookies Omarion Hampton of the Chargers and Ashton Jeanty of the Raiders.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2025
“Take this,” I say, breaking in half a torta I have bought from a vendor.
From "Beast Rider" by Tony Johnston & María Elena Fontanot de Rhoads
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