breaks

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"This technology allows us to examine thousands and thousands of molecules created when the body breaks down food or drugs and to uncover intricate pathways that otherwise would stay hidden," Sun said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

“I say I love doing stunts, but I was thinking, ‘Please don’t be the middle-aged woman who breaks her ankle jumping from a small height.’”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

A Queen's quarter-finalist last year, Raducanu was hampered by double-faults as she allowed Blinkova back in - with four successive breaks of serve tying the set at three games apiece.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

This list leaves plenty room for drink breaks and requests before winding down to some near-universal pleasures.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Ms. Pearl’s wrinkly face breaks into a shining smile.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko