Actions & Moments (Break)

to stop or overcome a behavior or practice that has become a regular part of one's life

She decided to break the habit of smoking and started a smoking cessation program.

to intentionally interrupt a moment of silence with a comment or action, usually to keep the conversation flowing or maintain the audience's attention

During the speech, the speaker skillfully broke a pause by sharing a relevant and engaging story.

to fail to fulfill a commitment or assurance given to someone

She felt guilty for having to break her promise to attend the event due to a last-minute work obligation.

to set a new highest achievement or performance, typically in a competitive context

The athlete broke a record at the championship last year.

to reduce the impact or prevent injury when landing after a fall or sudden drop

The gymnast expertly twisted her body to break her fall and avoid any serious injury.

to stop a planned holiday early and go back to work or home due to unforeseen circumstances

They had to break their vacation and return home because of a family emergency.

to temporarily stop traveling during a trip, often for rest or to explore a place, before continuing

They decided to break their journey halfway through and spend the night in a charming village.

to inform someone of important or disturbing information

She had to break the news gently to her friend that their planned trip had to be postponed.

to end a period of quietness or lack of communication by speaking, making noise, or taking action

In the serene forest, the chirping birds were the first to break the silence of the morning.

to end a magical or enchanting influence or to free someone from its effects

The brave knight sought to break the evil sorcerer's spell and save the princess.

to suddenly start sweating

The intense heat caused everyone in the room to break out in a sweat despite the air conditioning.

(of a business) to reach a point that yields no success due to the profit being almost as equal as the costs

After months of losses, the company finally broke even last quarter.