breaking in

Example Sentences

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"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

The affidavit shows there was “no corresponding call for service” related to the day Piscatella showed up at Ortega’s home and claimed someone was breaking in.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 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

He pressed his four hands to his chest, trying to keep it from breaking in half.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill