enter illegally
Someone tried to break in while we were on holiday, but the alarm scared them away.
break in — 2 meanings
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phrasal verb2 meanings
break insame phrase
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interrupt
Sorry to break in, but I have something important to add.
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1. enter illegally
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to enter a building or place by force, usually to steal something or without permission.
Someone tried to break in while we were on holiday, but the alarm scared them away.
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to interrupt someone while they are speaking or doing something.
Sorry to break in, but I have something important to add.
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