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break in

verb

Meaning

  • To enter a place by force or illicit means.

    "Someone broke in and stole his radio."

  • To cause (something, or someone, new) to function more naturally through use or wear

    "These shoes will be more comfortable after I have broken them in."

  • (of a horse) To tame; make obedient; to train to follow orders of the owner.

  • To interrupt one's conversation; speak before another person has finished speaking.