get a break

Idioms  

1. Obtain a favorable opportunity; get special consideration or treatment. For example, The understudy finally got a break when the star became ill, or The new price is higher, but you are getting a break on service. [c. 1900] Also see give someone a break.

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get a break

Okay, when we get home and get a break from touring, I’m going to go back in.”

From Salon ● Jul. 14, 2026

Consumer spending rose faster than inflation in May to prop up the U.S. economy — and now Americans are going to get a break from tumbling oil prices.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 25, 2026

“I just feel like there’s not a chance for us within our day-to-day lives, to really get a break from technology.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 21, 2026

Meanwhile, those who rely on propane and heating oil will get a break, with prices falling as much as 4% according to EIA.

From Barron's ● Dec. 29, 2025

“Going to Celia and Stan’s. But I’ll be around on Saturday after noonish. If we get a break in the rain, we can play.”

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko

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