service break
Americannoun
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an instance of a player winning a game against a server.
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a game won against an opponent's service.
Etymology
Origin of service break
First recorded in 1950–55
Example Sentences
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Murphy lays out a provocative agenda for Democrats to call Americans to national service, break up corporate power, rebuild local communities, and create a bigger tent that reaches disaffected conservatives hungry for change.
From Slate ● Jun. 25, 2026
It was Fritz who got the first service break to open the second set, having fended off eight in the first set against him.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 23, 2024
A long forehand by Muchova resulted in a service break and a 4-2 lead for Sabalenka, who held for 5-2.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 8, 2023
That point gave Djokovic a valuable service break for 2-1.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 5, 2022
Big O'Ryan took the first set six games to three on a single service break against the Indonesian champion.
From The Ambassador by Merwin, Sam
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