How to Use break a sweat in a Sentence

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  • In the end, Bob Iger didn’t have to break a sweat to fend off Nelson Peltz.
    — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
  • Wouldn’t want anyone to break a sweat en route to or from a donut fix.
    — Elisa Albert, Longreads, 28 Apr. 2020
  • These are so easy to crack that hackers won’t even break a sweat to get in.
    — Jennifer Jolly, USA TODAY, 9 Aug. 2020
  • There’s also a gym on the upper level for those who wish to break a sweat.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2024
  • Get your workout in - break a sweat for at least 20 minutes.
    — Alex Aronson, Redbook, 31 Oct. 2019
  • Only the windshield wipers seemed to break a sweat in the conditions.
    — Dan Carney, Popular Science, 5 July 2023
  • Richmond hasn’t had to break a sweat running for his U.S. House seat since then.
    — Tyler Bridges, NOLA.com, 5 Sep. 2020
  • Craig Melvin's son stepped up to interview an NBA star and didn't break a sweat.
    — Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 26 Jan. 2023
  • Stephen Curry hit the Spurs with 32 points for the second night in a row, and this time barely had to break a sweat in the fourth quarter.
    — Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 9 Feb. 2021
  • In this recipe, ground meat cooks in under 10 minutes—that’s barely enough time to break a sweat.
    — Kendra Vaculin, Bon Appétit, 1 Mar. 2023
  • For a few minutes, not long after the start of the second half, France finally had to break a sweat.
    — New York Times, 15 June 2021
  • Platt, however, was more than prepared and did not break a sweat during the game.
    — Starr Bowenbank, Billboard, 17 July 2023
  • For starters, Jenna is a pro dancer and loves connecting with her dancing roots to break a sweat.
    — Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 9 June 2023
  • In what could be the next big Olympic sport, participants often don’t break a sweat.
    — Adam Epstein, Quartz, 31 July 2021
  • But a plant that maybe 99 percent of Floridians have never heard of – who would break a sweat over its fate?
    — Kevin Spear, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Sep. 2022
  • In cities where some apartment bathrooms may not be big enough to fit a mat, yogis are still finding ways to break a sweat.
    — New York Times, 3 Feb. 2021
  • But Golden Boy doesn't break a sweat… pummeling his opponent to the dirt and ripping the arms off his body.
    — Alex Raiman, EW.com, 29 Sep. 2023
  • Despite having to cough up money to cover a loss that would’ve killed other trading firms, Jump didn’t seem to break a sweat.
    — Olga Kharif, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2022
  • Use this guide to get Hamilton costume ideas that won't break a sweat or break your bank since the world has definitely turned upside down.
    — Leah Marilla Thomas, refinery29.com, 15 Oct. 2020
  • EcoMade fibers with classic silhouettes for preppy staples that feel safe to break a sweat in.
    — Vogue, 3 Dec. 2021
  • There are also two daily cruises up the river to enjoy the scenery and learn about Austin, and a spacious gym with top-of-the-line equipment for those who'd rather break a sweat indoors.
    — Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2024
  • Just a couple of offensive possessions to break a sweat and reacclimate with NFL game speed.
    — Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2023
  • Their newest candidate is something that’s free, painless, doesn’t taste bad and won’t force you to break a sweat: Gratitude.
    — Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2024
  • Meanwhile, most incumbents at all levels won’t have to break a sweat Tuesday, and some don’t even have an opponent.
    — Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2024
  • The latest piece of evidence came last month from a group of Australian researchers, who argued that evening was the healthiest time to break a sweat, at least for those who are overweight.
    — Alexander Nazaryan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2024
  • Then again, Maryland, its opponent this Friday, barely seemed to break a sweat itself.
    — New York Times, 22 Mar. 2022
  • What was the easiest way to break a sweat without overstressing your already-beleaguered mind and body?
    — Ashley Mateo, SELF, 31 Oct. 2023
  • Even if Biden can't get his hands on a custom Peloton bike, the Secret Service can take precautions to help the president-elect safely break a sweat.
    — Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, 14 Jan. 2021
  • These trainers have a responsive footbed, perfect for quick movements during HIIT workouts for those who want to break a sweat in less time.
    — Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 29 July 2022
  • Instead, Durant used the preseason opener like all players do: to build rhythm, develop on-court chemistry and to break a sweat.
    — Mark Medina, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2020

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