breakneck
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of breakneck
Example Sentences
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On a sweltering day, they could not play at a breakneck speed, could not bring that physical intensity to bear, and the quieter tempo almost suited them.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
The memory-chip market is growing at breakneck speed, driving big gains for Micron Technology stock.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
Both players showcased their preference for first-strike tennis, knocking lumps out of the ball from the baseline, in a high-level contest played at breakneck speed.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
This breakneck tech rally still has legs—and it’s driving the stock market higher.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
If she managed to get through an entire week without crying, overcoming all the tests Nicolas imposed, she won a prize, which almost always consisted of a motorcycle ride at breakneck speed—an unforgettable experience.
From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende
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