Meaning of the word "break a habit" in English

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break a habit

US /breɪk ə ˈhæb.ɪt/
UK /breɪk ə ˈhæb.ɪt/
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Phrase

1.

to stop doing something that you do regularly or often

Example:
It's hard to break a habit, but it's possible with determination.
She's trying to break her habit of biting her nails.
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