Example Sentences

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The Russian operatives in Africa were breaking new ground by moving into Angola, it is claimed.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Even though it was all just dressup for a photo shoot, the young professionals were breaking the unwritten rule of finance fashion: Never dress above your station—and certainly never better than the boss.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

There was a moment when you also asked the officer to show you the specific law that you were breaking concerning your headlights being turned off.

From Slate • Jul. 28, 2025

Did it feel like you were breaking new ground?

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2025

All Eleanor could think was that, if somebody were breaking in through this window, how was she supposed to escape and call 911?

From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell