breakout

Example Sentences

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Chabria: I’ll start us off with the obvious — let’s hope Tuesday gives us at least one breakout candidate who comes with some fire and vision.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

While testimony from Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh did nothing to wake up the sleepy Treasury market, there are catalysts for a breakout this week and beyond.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Walking on to set after landing your big breakout role is a nerve-racking moment for any actor.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

One of the tracks Kahan released during the pandemic was “Stick Season,” which became his breakout.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

“Never been a breakout from Azkaban before, ’as there, Ern?

From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling