break through
Britishverb
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(intr) to penetrate
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(intr, adverb) to achieve success, make a discovery, etc, esp after lengthy efforts
noun
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a significant development or discovery, esp in science
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the penetration of an enemy's defensive position or line in depth and strength
Example Sentences
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That raises the stakes for the February jobs report, as it could drive the top-heavy S&P 500 to finally break through its recent trading range, up or down.
From MarketWatch
They point to past experience of pay deals that break through the ceiling imposed by finance secretaries leading to rapid and sometimes painful revised budgets during the financial year.
From BBC
After breaking through into the Wasps team, French selectors applied another three-letter moniker to Flament, describing him as a UFO, such was his sudden, unexpected appearance on their radar.
From BBC
He decided France had to do a better job breaking through on social media when it came under criticism.
And her move broke through the news cycle, sparking discussion and debate.
From Salon
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