1
: loss due to things broken
2
a
: the action or an instance of breaking
b
: a quantity broken
Examples of breakage in a Sentence
The pots are transported carefully to reduce the risk of breakage.
The pots are transported carefully to reduce the number of breakages.
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These also manipulate the propagation of sound waves to both prevent breakage and protect nerves and soft tissues.
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Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 22 Feb. 2025
Each different formula targets specific hair concerns, such as hair breakage, dullness and promoting growth.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
In terms of easier-to-pronounce ingredients, a combination of beeswax and carbon wax work to condition lash hair to prevent breakage.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2025
This guide covers how to properly load glasses to avoid breakage, which dishwasher settings to use, and tips for ensuring wine glasses come out spot-free.
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Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 22 Feb. 2025
Each different formula targets specific hair concerns, such as hair breakage, dullness and promoting growth.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
In terms of easier-to-pronounce ingredients, a combination of beeswax and carbon wax work to condition lash hair to prevent breakage.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2025
This guide covers how to properly load glasses to avoid breakage, which dishwasher settings to use, and tips for ensuring wine glasses come out spot-free.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for breakage
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“Breakage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breakage. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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breakage
noun
break·age
ˈbrā-kij 
1
a
: the action of breaking
b
: a quantity broken
2
: an allowance for things broken
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