broke

Example Sentences

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California officials argued being broke wasn’t enough to justify trimming Hernandez’s bill.

From Los Angeles Times

The size of the protests couldn’t be confirmed, but they broke out in a number of locations in a clear expression of discontent with the government.

From The Wall Street Journal

Nestlé said Freixe broke its code of conduct by not disclosing the relationship with a direct report.

From The Wall Street Journal

“In curling you always divulge that you broke a rule … and apologize,” said Dagg-Jackson, the former Olympian turned coach.

From Los Angeles Times

Ms Rees had been hiking on the island with fellow passengers, but broke off from the group for a rest.

From BBC