breaking

Example Sentences

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However, there are signs the company is breaking out of this rut.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

This is probably the most resilient footballer Scotland has ever produced, a man who has endured a physical and mental buffeting without ever breaking.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

"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

Then there’s the even more tried-and-true path of breaking into acting.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Edith-Anne’s knack for breaking wild ponies to the saddle was demonstrated many times in the series, but there was always a great deal of bucking and kicking to endure.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood