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breakout

[breyk-out] / ˈbreɪkˌaʊt /


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There are 31 activist short-selling firms that published research so far in 2026, down from 55 in 2020, according to research firm Breakout Point.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

"Breakout music virality has become rare," wrote the New York Times' pop critic Jon Caramanica earlier this year.

From BBC • Aug. 19, 2024

When MLB recently announced rosters for its Spring Breakout exhibitions showcasing top minor league prospects, 9.5% of the players were Black — including 31 alums of MLB’s diversity programs.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 11, 2024

Enjoy a taste of nostalgia with this mini arcade player that includes classic Atari games such as Pong, Asteroids, Breakout and Centipede.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023

The speaker said, "Breakout in five seconds ... four ... three ... two ... one ..."

From The Hate Disease by Leinster, Murray




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