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to break into
[phrase form: break]
01
to use force to enter a building, vehicle, or other enclosed space, usually for the purpose of theft
Transitive: to break into a property
Examples
The neighbors witnessed the suspicious individuals breaking into the vacant house.
The surveillance cameras recorded individuals breaking into the warehouse.
02
to join or interrupt an ongoing conversation
Transitive: to break into a conversation
Examples
The sudden entrance of the boss broke into the team's discussion.
The sudden applause broke into the speaker's presentation.
03
to start running suddenly, sometimes with an increase in speed
Transitive: to break into a run
Examples
The crowd broke into a run as the rain started pouring.
During the game, they broke into a run to score the winning point.
04
to become successful in a task or activity one is dealing with
Transitive: to break into a field of activity
Examples
The company 's innovative approach allowed them to break into new markets.
With determination, the artist managed to break into the competitive gallery circuit.
05
to start using money from one's budget or savings unexpectedly or unwillingly
Transitive: to break into one's budget or savings
Examples
An unforeseen event like a car accident can break into your financial security.
The medical emergency broke into their carefully managed budget.
06
to start laughing or singing unexpectedly
Transitive: to break into a reaction
Examples
The room broke into laughter when he shared his amusing experience.
The hilarious scene in the sitcom made the viewers break into laughter.
