break in (Meaning)
break in (v)
enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act
break into a conversation
start in a certain activity, enterprise, or role
intrude on uninvited
break so as to fall inward
make submissive, obedient, or useful
break in (n)
trespassing for an unlawful purpose; illegal entrance into premises with criminal intent
Synonyms & Antonyms of break in
break in Sentence Examples
- The new shoes were uncomfortable at first but needed a few wears to break in properly.
- The police warned residents about a series of break-ins in the neighborhood.
- She struggled to concentrate on her work after the break-in at her apartment.
- He carefully locked all the doors and windows to prevent any potential break-ins while they were away.
- The detectives investigated the break-in at the jewelry store, looking for any clues that might lead to the culprit.
- The burglars used a crowbar to break in through the back door of the house.
- She felt violated after the break-in, realizing that someone had invaded her personal space.
- The security system failed to detect the break-in, leaving the homeowners vulnerable to theft.
- The insurance company covered the damages caused by the break-in, easing some of the financial burden.
- They installed security cameras to deter any future break-ins and protect their property.
FAQs About the word break in
enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act, break into a conversation, start
invade, rob, burgle, trespass, stick up,burglarize, rip off, sack, loot, hold up
No antonyms found.
The new shoes were uncomfortable at first but needed a few wears to break in properly.
The police warned residents about a series of break-ins in the neighborhood.
She struggled to concentrate on her work after the break-in at her apartment.
He carefully locked all the doors and windows to prevent any potential break-ins while they were away.
