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Break

Brayk

/ˈbreɪk/

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break

Dictionary meaning

To act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises.

Examples

  • You broke the rules, so we'll have to think about whether or not we will permit you here in the future.
  • They broke into our house!

Synonyms: breach, offend, transgress, go against, infract

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