fracture 1 of 2

verb

Definition of fracturenext
1
as in to disrupt
to cause to separate into pieces usually suddenly or forcibly fractured his arm in the fall

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2
as in to violate
to fail to keep civil liberties that have been fractured by the government's actions

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fracture

2 of 2

noun

as in rupture

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Recent Examples of fracture
Verb
Eisenkot is campaigning on a promise to restore public trust in government, rebuild Israel’s security, and heal the divisions that have fractured the country. — Eric Cortellessa, Time, 26 Oct. 2026 The medical examiner found injuries to Paul Herlihy’s nose and jaw, fractures to his skull, and damage to his voice box. — Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
Noun
In cities across the country, gang violence continues to claim lives and fracture communities. — Charles Wratto, The Conversation, 27 Oct. 2026 Nothing would lure them back to repair the fracture; not a 1998 tribute record, nor a £2 million reunion offer. — Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fracture
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fracture
  1. disrupt
  2. violate
  3. rupture
  4. break
  5. fissure
  6. fragment
  7. rift
  8. tear
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  • The ruling warns that the last-minute intervention could disenfranchise eligible voters, disrupt the midterm election and invite political meddling.
    — Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The most recent lockout in 2022 minimally disrupted the MLB schedule, pushing Opening Day back a week.
    — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of disrupt
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  • Among them, Carter found that the request violates federal law precluding altering of election rules on the eve of an election.
    — Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The lawsuit argues the change violates the Administrative Procedure Act because it was adopted without explanation and the First Amendment, which protects lawyers' ability to advise people of their legal rights and seek prospective clients.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of violate
Noun
  • Thomas and Erika arrive in a Germany torn apart and the ruptures within their family are nearly as tumultuous.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The story of Spain’s rupture and its fall into repressive dictatorship wasn’t news to the actors.
    — Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of rupture
Verb
  • Miami Hurricanes star wide receiver Malachi Toney once again broke records on Saturday.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 Oct. 2026
  • The Senate Democrats first elected in 1958 established a critical mass that would later drive the bipartisan super-majorities needed to break the filibuster and pass the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
    — Ron Elving, NPR, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of break
Noun
  • The opposition has articulated clear differences from the current government on matters of domestic policy, but major fissures on the Palestinian conflict, Iran, and Israel’s wider regional military campaigns are less apparent.
    — Dalia Dassa Kaye, Foreign Affairs, 27 Oct. 2026
  • In 1999, Glück imagined a creation story of sorts, describing small worlds that appeared in the fissures of a larger, shattered one.
    — Hannah Goldfield, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of fissure
Verb
  • Discovery fragments across search, social and answer engines.
    — Radoslav Nedelchev, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026
  • But spending time with the 1% who actually consume fashion gave him insight that is hard to gain, like the ability to fragment a collection into different product ranges based on region and age, and understanding what will actually sell.
    — Elektra Kotsoni, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of fragment
Noun
  • Barkley took aim at Rodgers' appearance on the Not Just Football podcast, where the quarterback focused heavily on his bitter family rift.
    — Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The disturbing allegations have created a rift across families.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of rift
Noun
  • Doncic has been on a scoring tear for the Lakers, his play at such a high level that even coach JJ Redick has marveled at the guard’s achievements.
    — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
  • These liners stay flat, unlike thinner mats that curl and tear under the high temps.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2026
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“Fracture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fracture. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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