a world record that may not be breakable
elderly people's bones can be highly breakable if they suffer from osteoporosis
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Ford’s variations on roses can come a la carte, in a decorative nine-piece box, on stems, in breakable chocolate shells and can cost as little as $10 apiece or as much as $150 for a full bouquet.—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 13 Feb. 2026 Her fearless mind had to contend with the reality of her breakable body.—Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 8 Feb. 2026 Cushion Valuables When Moving There's nothing better to cradle your breakable goods when moving or packing items for storage than a pillow.—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026 In fact, consider this your first approach, both because glass is breakable and because taking an oven door apart on your own may void the warranty.—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for breakable