breaking in
Example Sentences
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Still, it may take some time for that young talent to show through, with USC also breaking in both a new defense and special teams concepts.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026
"It's the great thing of being a good returner, you have a good chance of breaking in every game," she said.
From Barron's • Jan. 19, 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
But she is a more resilient competitor these days and demonstrated her improved durability by breaking in the 11th game to serve for the set.
From BBC • Jul. 4, 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
