breaks

[breɪks]

breaks Definition

• 1. a pause in work or during an activity or event
• 2. a brief interruption in a journey or the use of a vehicle
• 3. a physical injury caused by a sudden impact or strain

Using breaks: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "breaks" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  We usually take coffee breaks in the afternoon.

• Example

  The driver took a break after driving for three hours.

• Example

  He suffered a leg break while playing football.

breaks Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for breaks

• rest
• pause
• interval
• intermission
• hiatus

Antonyms for breaks

• continuation
• prolongation

Phrases with breaks

• give someone a break

  to stop criticizing or punishing someone

  Example

  Can you give me a break? I'm doing my best here.

• make a break for it

  to suddenly run away from a place or situation

  Example

  When the guard wasn't looking, the prisoner made a break for it.

• take a break

  to stop working or doing something for a short time in order to rest or relax

  Example

  Let's take a break and have some tea.

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Summary: breaks in Brief

The term 'breaks' [breɪks] refers to a temporary cessation of work or activity, such as coffee breaks or taking a break from driving. It can also refer to physical injuries caused by sudden impact or strain, such as a leg break. Common phrases include 'give someone a break,' meaning to stop criticizing or punishing someone, 'make a break for it,' meaning to suddenly run away, and 'take a break,' meaning to stop working or doing something for a short time to rest or relax.