take a break
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Feeling guilty when you take a break or set a boundary.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026
After the SpaceX IPO, Keeton plans to take a break from actively monitoring his space investments.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
The BBC said Livesey had asked to take a break from presenting the show while the issues raised by the investigation are being examined.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
But maybe we can still take a break from him.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
For every round of Money they played, they agreed to take a break and spend money.
From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty
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