What does "Break in" mean?

enter forcibly

Synonym: intruded, invaded Opposite: secured, protected

"Break in" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Someone's trying to break in.

Black Mirror S3E6

'Cause a dude broke in, smoked weed, and bolted.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E1

Do you think somebody broke in?

Desperate Housewives S1E5

The homeless guy who broke in through the window and threw up all over the backseat.

How I Met Your Mother S2E17

Well, I'm just breaking in a new pair of hiking shoes.

Modern Family S1E22

Hey, dad, last night, somebody broke in and ordered a pornographic movie, so there's a mistake on the bill.

New Girl S2E23

What if we steal the keys to Feinstein's building, break in, and TP his office?

Parks and Recreation S7E6

Someone broke in late last night.

Sherlock S1E2

"Break in" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 14 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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