breakdown
noun
a breaking down, wearing out, or sudden loss of ability to function efficiently, as of a machine.
breakdowns
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pluralof breakdown.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Drivers told AFP that a few weeks earlier, a batch of poor-quality petrol caused problems and breakdowns for hundreds of cars.
From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026
He noted breakdowns that could be solved with better adherence to the game plan and understanding of the opposing team’s personnel.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
Delays and breakdowns are so rare that transport ministers have been known to apologize for service disruptions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
Leo, London: In the wake of Bazball, I would love to see breakdowns of risk/reward for various players and various shots.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
There are no scenes, no breakdowns, no epiphanies.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
