breaking

Definition

Used especially in news to describe something important that is happening right now and has just become known. It can also be the -ing form of 'break' in other contexts, but as a standalone word it is most often seen in 'breaking news'.

Usage & Nuances

Most commonly used before 'news', 'story', or 'report': 'breaking news', 'a breaking story'. It sounds journalistic and urgent. Don't use it for ordinary new information in daily conversation; people usually say 'new', 'latest', or 'just in' instead.

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