Break through | EWA Phasal Verbs Dictionary
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Break through

/breɪk θruː/

B2

UpperIntermediate

1. To successfully overcome a barrier or difficulty and achieve success.

  • After months of negotiations, the company managed to break through with a new contract.
  • The scientist's research finally broke through, leading to a major discovery.

2. To make a significant advance or discovery, especially after an extended period of effort.

  • The researchers worked for years before they finally broke through with a vaccine.
  • Her persistence paid off when she broke through and solved the complex equation.

3. Literally, to pass through a barrier or obstacle.

  • The rescue team broke through the wall to reach the trapped miners.
  • The sunlight broke through the clouds, lighting up the landscape.

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