Phrase guide

break it to

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To deliver unfortunate or upsetting news to someone.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • Look, I hate to break it to you, but Tim doesn't want anything to do with you anymore.

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Antonyms: none provided

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