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take a break

Idioms  
  1. Interrupt one's activity briefly, as in We've been working for two hours; let's take a break. Also see take five.


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I’m filling in for Ian today, so let’s take a break from the usual ignominies we cover on the Slatest to talk about something completely different.

From Slate ● Aug. 28, 2026

“So, we’re going to take a break until we return to the Westgate Las Vegas on October 8th. When I’ll be singing like a bird. I hope to see you then.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026

OpenAI is also introducing regular reminders for young people to take a break from using the tool, reminding them ChatGPT is AI, and saying "it can wait".

From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026

It forced him to take a break so he could recuperate at home.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026

“I am. I suggest we take a break for a meal.”

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry

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