broken-down

Example Sentences

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It has broken down meticulously constructed networks of trust and generally slowed the response to the virus.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

Two 24-hour strikes by London Underground drivers will go ahead on Tuesday and Thursday, as talks aimed at averting the action have broken down, the BBC understands.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

If repair is not possible, the faulty proteins are usually broken down into amino acids so the cell can reuse or remove them.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

In contrast, Microsoft hasn’t broken down similar demand for its Maia in-house chips.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

After earlier negotiations had broken down, Confederate President Jefferson Davis had ordered Johnston to retreat while the politicians held out for more favorable terms of surrender.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson