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breaking

Pronunciation: [/ˈbɹeɪkɪŋ/]

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breaking: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use breaking in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “news”

(noun) an event or piece of news that is new or recent. Like when something important happens and people need to know about it.

Example

The breaking news about the earthquake spread quickly across the city.

Example

There was no breaking news to report today; it was a quiet day.

Example

What was the breaking news that everyone is talking about?

Context: “object”

(verb) to separate something into pieces or parts, often with force. Like when you accidentally drop a plate and it splits into pieces.

Example

She accidentally broke the vase while dusting the shelf.

Example

Be careful not to break the glass; it's very fragile.

Example

What will happen if you break the cookie in half?

Context: “rules”

(verb) to violate or go against a law, rule, or agreement. Like when you don't follow the instructions or do something you know you shouldn't.

Example

If you break the school rules, you might get detention.

Example

He always follows the traffic rules and never breaks them.

Example

What happens if you break the promise you made?

How to pronounce breaking

Pronunciation: [/ˈbɹeɪkɪŋ/]

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