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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He won the fourth set, again with a service break in the 10th game, recovering immediately to win three points after mis-hitting a forehand so far out that it shocked the Rod Laver Arena crowd.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 28, 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
Someone pointed out that Alcaraz was down an early service break to the reigning champion, Cameron Norrie of Britain.
From New York Times • Apr. 3, 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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