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breaking point
noun
- the point at which a person, object, structure, etc., collapses under stress.
- the point at which a situation or condition becomes critical.
breaking point
noun
- the point at which something or someone gives way under strain
- the moment of crisis in a situation
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Origin of breaking point1
Example Sentences
The charity Citizens Advice said the finances of millions of people on the lowest incomes were "already stretched to breaking point".
There is a breaking point for every strongman regime, and it can come with a single bullet.
Tia's breaking point came when lockdown lifted and the freedom to socialise unlocked a daunting lack of control for her.
The owner of a marine zoo on Anglesey said small operators are at "breaking point", and the boss of the national show caves in Swansea county admitted "we can't carry on life this".
A son who looks after his father for 24-hours a day says he has reached "breaking point" and is calling for more mental health support for those who care for their loved ones.
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