BREAK

separate or cause to separate into pieces as a result of a blow, shock, or strain

interrupt (a sequence, course, or continuous state)

fail to observe (a law, regulation, or agreement)

crush the emotional strength, spirit, or resistance of

(of the weather) change suddenly, especially after a fine spell

(of news or a scandal) suddenly become public

(chiefly of an attacking player or team, or of a military force) make a rush or dash in a particular direction

an interruption of continuity or uniformity

a pause in work or during an activity or event

a gap or opening

an instance of breaking something, or the point where something is broken

a rush or dash in a particular direction, especially by an attacking player or team

an opportunity or chance, especially one leading to professional success

a consecutive series of successful shots, scoring a specified number of points

a bud or shoot sprouting from a stem.