Example Sentences

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Peacock is aiming to crack the limited series categories with hit mystery “All Her Fault” starring Sarah Snook, and is also hoping ongoing series including “Ted,” “Ponies” and “The Paper” will break through.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

By surpassing 32.8C, they will break the May temperature record set on the Late May Bank Holiday in 1944.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Challenging what seem to be the limits of science -- such as 'we cannot make things any smaller' or 'they will break if we do' -- is like walking in the dark.

From Science Daily • May 3, 2026

Given those numbers, it’s hard to see how Procter & Gamble’s share price will break out of its funk any time soon.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

“That it must be oiled now and then or it will get brittle, and pieces will break off.”

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg