broken

Example Sentences

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He denied having broken the law, saying "running for president is not a crime".

From BBC

The German, 28, stood firm to save three break points in the opening service game of the second, but was ultimately broken to trail 4-3 with the remainder of the match staying on serve.

From BBC

"This is not a one-way street. We're at a busy intersection, and the stoplight's broken," she said.

From Barron's

Having broken the tournament try record with eight scores in last year's championship, Bielle-Biarrey went one better this year.

From BBC

Best actor is one of the most interesting acting races this year, and in recent weeks has been veering all over the place like a broken shopping trolley.

From BBC