break into
US /breɪk ˈɪntuː/
UK /breɪk ˈɪntuː/
1.
to enter a building or car illegally, especially by force
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Someone tried to break into my house last night.
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The thieves managed to break into the bank vault.
2.
to start doing something suddenly
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She suddenly broke into a run.
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The audience broke into applause.
3.
to enter a market or industry, especially with difficulty
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It's hard for new companies to break into the tech industry.
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She hopes to break into the music business.