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.

Japan’s Nikkei Stock Average rose 2.2% to 68174.67, breaking past the 68000 level for the first time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

And I thought, “Well, this was actually useful. This breaking of that wall between character and person was actually useful.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The suit seeks to block the foundation from allegedly misusing NRA trademarks and funds—and from breaking away from the NRA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Cobolli looked on course for a routine victory after wrapping up the opening two sets in one hour and 25 minutes - breaking twice in each.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Dawn was breaking as we headed back to shore, bailing all the way, and I realized I must have slept for at least three hours that night, though it hadn’t even seemed like three seconds.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo