Meaning of the word "catch a break" in English

What does "catch a break" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

catch a break

US /kætʃ ə breɪk/
UK /kætʃ ə breɪk/
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Idiom

to have a stroke of good luck, especially after a period of bad luck or difficulty

Example:
After months of job searching, she finally caught a break and got an interview.
I hope things start to look up and I can finally catch a break.