break the record

idiom

: to perform better than anyone or anything else or to achieve something no other person or thing has achieved

He broke the record for the high jump.

Examples of break the record in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Colombia could continue that spell and break the record for the nation’s longest undefeated run ever on Wednesday, which would likely give it a chance to win just the second Copa America in the country’s history; its first came in 2001. —

Nicky Wolcott, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2024 Fresno could also break the record for consecutive days above 110. —

Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2024 Taurasi, who turns 42 before the Paris Games begin, will break the record for most Olympics played in the sport of basketball. —

CBS News, 8 June 2024 This year is on track to break the record for the most anti-LGBTQ+ bills in the U.S. yet, according to the report. —

Tyler Santora, Parents, 1 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for break the record

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