Break
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To end up in two or more pieces that can't easily be reassembled. Of a bone, to crack or fracture through a sudden physical strain, such as a collision. Of a bone, to cause to crack under physical strain. Of a bone, to fracture accidentally. To stop functioning properly or altogether. To interrupt or cease one's work or occupation temporarily. To win a game as receiver. To make the first shot. To cause to end up in two or more pieces. To cause to malfunction or stop working altogether. To cause a person or animal to lose his/her/its will, usually obtained by means of torture.A wave breaking (definition 13) To do that which is forbidden by (a rule or rules). To collapse into surf, after arriving in shallow water. To design or use a powerful (yet legal) strategy that unbalances the game in a player's favor. to disclose or make known an item of news etc to end To ruin financially. To divide into smaller units. to arrive
Part of speech: noun
Definition: An instance of breaking something into two pieces. A physical space that opens up in something or between two things. A rest or pause, usually from work; a breaktime. A lucky break. A game won by the receiving player(s). The first shot in a game of billiards The number of points scored by one player in one visit to the table Place where waves break (ie. pitch or spill forward creating white water). A short section of music, often between verses, in which some performers stop while others continue. a change; the end of a spell of persistent good or bad weather
Example sentence: If the machine of government is of such a nature that it requires you to be the agent of injustice to another, then, I say, break the law.
Check
Part of speech: noun
Definition: An order to a bank to pay money to a named person or entity; a cheque (UK, Canada).A mark (especially a checkmark: √ ) used as an indicator, equivalent to a tick (UK).A pattern made up of a grid of squares of alternating colors; a checkered pattern.A bill, particularly in a restaurant.A control; a limit or stop.An inspection or examination.The situation in which the king is directly threatened by an opposing piece.A maneuver performed by a player to take another player out of the play.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To inspect; to examine.To mark with a checkmark.To control, limit, or halt.To verify or compare with a source of information.To leave in safekeeping.To leave with a shipping agent for shipping.To physically remove a person from play.To remain in the hand without betting, only legal if no one has yet bet.
Example sentence: Too many Christians have a commitment of convenience. They'll stay faithful as long as it's safe and doesn't involve risk, rejection, or criticism. Instead of standing alone in the face of challenge or temptation, they check to see which way their friends are going.