break through
The phrase "break through" is often used to describe overcoming obstacles or making significant advancements.
Definition
B2General
(common)To achieve success or recognition after overcoming difficulties.
Example
- After years of hard work, she finally broke through in the music industry.
C1Science and Innovation
(technical, academic)To make a significant or dramatic advance or discovery.
Example
- The researchers broke through in their quest to find a cure for the disease.
B1Physical Barrier
(general)To forcefully pass through a barrier or obstacle.
Example
- The protesters broke through the police barricade.
B2Nature
(descriptive)To appear from behind obstacles, such as the sun or moon emerging from clouds.
Example
- The sun finally broke through the clouds after a rainy morning.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "break through":
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