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to separate something into more pieces, often in a sudden way
to become damaged and separated into pieces because of a blow, shock, etc.
to manage to get away from captivity
to cause a crack and a separation in one of the bones of the body
to fail to obey the law
(of a piece of equipment) to become inoperative or unusable
to end or interrupt something, particularly a sentence, remark, or course of action
to put a temporary halt to something, particularly in order to have a drink or eat something
to try to lessen the force or impact of a fall
to excel in doing something compared to anyone else who has ever tried it
to do one's best to make a habit go away
to shatter someone's mental resilience
to negate a strike, particularly by replacing the striking workers
to force someone into obedience, confession, or submission, often using physical or psychological pressure
to weaken someone or something in order to destroy them
(of a boy's voice at the age of 13 or older) to become permanently deeper
(of a person's voice) to change in tone due to going through intense emotion
to unravel the secret or find the meaning behind something
(of news) to be released or made known to the public
to tell someone some important news, often bad news
(of wrestlers or boxers) to let go of or come out of a grappling position, particularly when asked by the referee
to cut through the surface level of the skin and cause bleeding
to make a set become incomplete, particularly by taking or destroying one of its parts
to exchange a sum of money for the same amount but in smaller bills or coins
(primarily in the game of billiards, snooker, or pool) to be the first player who strikes at the beginning of a game
to rise through the surface of sea, pool, etc.
(of weather conditions) to experience a drastic change, particularly after a period of stability
(of waves of water) to fall or be dissolved into foam, particularly on the shoreline
(of a day, dawn, or a storm) to begin
(of clouds) to clear out or show an opening
to use force in order to open something secure such as a safe
a rest from the work or activity we usually do
a fracture in bone or other hard tissue
What is a "break"?
A break, in the context of a noun, refers to a fracture or crack in hard tissue, like bone, typically caused by injury or underlying medical conditions. It involves the separation or disruption of the bone structure, often resulting in pain, swelling, and loss of function in the affected area. Healing a break usually requires medical attention, which may involve casting or surgery depending on the seriousness of the injury. Proper treatment and recovery are essential for restoring function and preventing complications in the affected bone.
a sudden stop or pause that interrupts an activity or flow
an unexpected fortunate event, particularly one that leads to success
the event of something being damaged or separated into pieces
a split or separation in personal or social relations
a fracture in the earth's crust caused by movement of one side against the other
a sudden, fast movement toward a goal or objective
(in billiards or pool) the first shot of a game that spreads the racked balls across the table
an escape from a place, typically where one is being held against their will
(in bowling) a frame where the player does not manage either a strike or a spare
(in tennis) a win in a game when the opponent is serving
What is a "break"?
In tennis, a break occurs when the player receiving serve wins the game, thus breaking the server's serve. This is considered an advantage for the receiver because the server is expected to win their games more often. A break can shift the momentum of a match and is often seen as a key turning point. For example, if a player breaks their opponent's serve, they gain a crucial point and have the opportunity to serve in the following game. It is an important strategy to gaining control of the match.
a sudden shift in a person's voice, often at puberty or from strong emotion
a short pause in a TV or radio program for advertisement
a period of time during the school day when students are not in class, often used for relaxation, refreshment, or other activities
What is a "break"?
A break is a short pause during the school day, allowing students to rest or recharge. It typically occurs between classes, during lunchtime, or after long periods of study or lessons. Breaks give students a chance to stretch, socialize, or have a snack before resuming their activities. These breaks help maintain focus and energy throughout the day, contributing to better learning and well-being. The duration of breaks can vary based on the school’s timetable.
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