big break
Americannoun
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His big break in politics came ahead of Trump’s first presidential bid in 2015, when he joined the fledgling campaign.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
A humble, determined man, his remarkable rise is rooted in his resilience and the belief of a select few people who saw something in a down-and-out kid searching for his big break.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
Alsanawi says he got his big break working at Chelsea, where he cut players' hair for three years.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2026
Helen’s on her way to Los Angeles, looking for her big break after years of stage acting and a handful of film roles as a background extra.
From Salon ● Jun. 2, 2026
Arthur is about to get his big break, his chance to be somebody at Lake Windsor High.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
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