breaks, broke, broken, breaking
to break in
phrasal verbC
Enter a place by force, often illegally
- 1The thieves broke in through the back door.
- 2Someone broke in and stole the TV.
Breaking in means going into a place without permission, usually by force. It is like entering a building or a house without being invited or allowed to do so. It is considered illegal and can result in consequences.
Remember, breaking in is not just about physical force. It can also include using tools or other methods to gain unauthorized access. Always respect others' property and privacy.
at the store
Unexpected News at the Store
Kimberly
Did you hear about the store down the street?
John
No, what happened?
Kimberly
Someone tried to break in last night.
John
That's shocking! I hope they catch whoever did it.
at the train platform
A Surprising Revelation on the Platform
Donald
Did you hear about the store last night?
Joshua
No, what happened?
Donald
Someone tried to break in after closing hours.
Joshua
That's shocking! I hope they catch whoever did it.
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Similar to "to break in":
- 1burgle
- 2intrude