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break-in

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break-in (brkn)
n.
1. A forcible entry, as into a building or room, for an illegal purpose, especially theft.
2. An initial period of employment or operation during which the performance of a person or thing may be evaluated and adjusted.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.break-inbreak-in - trespassing for an unlawful purpose; illegal entrance into premises with criminal intent
burglary - entering a building unlawfully with intent to commit a felony or to steal valuable property
home invasion - burglary of a dwelling while the residents are at home

break-in
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break-in [ˈbreɪkɪn] nrobo con allanamiento de morada
break-in [ˈbreɪkɪn] break ncambriolage m
break-in [ˈbreɪkɪn] nEinbruch m
break-in [ˈbreɪkɪn] nirruzione f


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Martin's publication, claimed that John Dean masterminded the Watergate break-in to gain information that implicated his wife in a call-girl ring.
Petersen's willingness to limit the prosecutor's authority to the break-in itself was just what they wanted.
 
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