break-in

[US]/ˈbreɪk.ɪn/
[UK]/ˈbreɪk.ɪn/

Translation

n.an illegal or forced entry into a building; a military breakthrough

Phrases & Collocations

prevent break-in

break-ins

break-in attempt

after break-in

break-in alarm

break-in risk

break-in window

break-in case

security against break-in

Example Sentences

the burglar alarm prevented a break-in.

we had a nasty break-in last night.

the police are investigating the break-in.

he served time for a break-in at a jewelry store.

the new locks should deter any break-in attempts.

the house showed signs of a forced break-in.

they installed a security system to prevent a break-in.

the break-in occurred while we were on vacation.

the suspect was apprehended after the break-in.

we need to secure the property to avoid a break-in.

the break-in left us feeling violated and unsafe.

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