breaking

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"In particular, with conditions such as addiction and obsessive-compulsive disorder we see a difficulty in breaking habits and shifting behavior. So, understanding the mechanics of behavioral flexibility may one day help us develop better treatments."

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Today I’m breaking down why I think the market’s meteoric rise is still rational, and how the software sector proves that investors are grounded in reality.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Joel said he was mostly breaking even and barely had enough money for food.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

But despite those delays, the conversation continued for an extended period before ultimately breaking down amid escalating accusations, personal attacks and disputes over basic facts.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

We stay like that for a while, holding hands as we sit in silence, looking up at the sky, watching clouds move across the blue, breaking up and re-forming into new shapes.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler