How to Use break a sweat in a Sentence

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  • Wouldn’t want anyone to break a sweat en route to or from a donut fix.
    — Elisa Albert, Longreads, 28 Apr. 2020
  • These are so easy to crack that hackers won’t even break a sweat to get in.
    — Jennifer Jolly, USA TODAY, 9 Aug. 2020
  • Get your workout in - break a sweat for at least 20 minutes.
    — Alex Aronson, Redbook, 31 Oct. 2019
  • Only the windshield wipers seemed to break a sweat in the conditions.
    — Dan Carney, Popular Science, 5 July 2023
  • Richmond hasn’t had to break a sweat running for his U.S. House seat since then.
    — Tyler Bridges, NOLA.com, 5 Sep. 2020
  • Craig Melvin's son stepped up to interview an NBA star and didn't break a sweat.
    — Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 26 Jan. 2023
  • Stephen Curry hit the Spurs with 32 points for the second night in a row, and this time barely had to break a sweat in the fourth quarter.
    — Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 9 Feb. 2021
  • In this recipe, ground meat cooks in under 10 minutes—that’s barely enough time to break a sweat.
    — Kendra Vaculin, Bon Appétit, 1 Mar. 2023
  • For a few minutes, not long after the start of the second half, France finally had to break a sweat.
    — New York Times, 15 June 2021
  • Platt, however, was more than prepared and did not break a sweat during the game.
    — Starr Bowenbank, Billboard, 17 July 2023
  • For starters, Jenna is a pro dancer and loves connecting with her dancing roots to break a sweat.
    — Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 9 June 2023
  • In what could be the next big Olympic sport, participants often don’t break a sweat.
    — Adam Epstein, Quartz, 31 July 2021
  • But a plant that maybe 99 percent of Floridians have never heard of – who would break a sweat over its fate?
    — Kevin Spear, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Sep. 2022
  • In cities where some apartment bathrooms may not be big enough to fit a mat, yogis are still finding ways to break a sweat.
    — New York Times, 3 Feb. 2021
  • But Golden Boy doesn't break a sweat… pummeling his opponent to the dirt and ripping the arms off his body.
    — Alex Raiman, EW.com, 29 Sep. 2023
  • Despite having to cough up money to cover a loss that would’ve killed other trading firms, Jump didn’t seem to break a sweat.
    — Olga Kharif, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2022
  • Use this guide to get Hamilton costume ideas that won't break a sweat or break your bank since the world has definitely turned upside down.
    — Leah Marilla Thomas, refinery29.com, 15 Oct. 2020
  • EcoMade fibers with classic silhouettes for preppy staples that feel safe to break a sweat in.
    — Vogue, 3 Dec. 2021
  • Just a couple of offensive possessions to break a sweat and reacclimate with NFL game speed.
    — Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2023
  • Then again, Maryland, its opponent this Friday, barely seemed to break a sweat itself.
    — New York Times, 22 Mar. 2022
  • What was the easiest way to break a sweat without overstressing your already-beleaguered mind and body?
    — Ashley Mateo, SELF, 31 Oct. 2023
  • Even if Biden can't get his hands on a custom Peloton bike, the Secret Service can take precautions to help the president-elect safely break a sweat.
    — Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, 14 Jan. 2021
  • These trainers have a responsive footbed, perfect for quick movements during HIIT workouts for those who want to break a sweat in less time.
    — Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 29 July 2022
  • Instead, Durant used the preseason opener like all players do: to build rhythm, develop on-court chemistry and to break a sweat.
    — Mark Medina, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2020
  • Working a desk job during the day and not taking the time to break a sweat before or after work may actually be adding to your fatigue, Sassos says.
    — Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 27 May 2020
  • The sleek minimalist fixtures, the tables made out of reclaimed wood, the team of chefs who seem to never break a sweat in the open kitchen—this restaurant seems to have considered every detail.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 13 Sep. 2023
  • The park also has more traditional options like hiking, biking or picnicking for folks who want to take it easy along with archery, golf and disc golf for those who want to break a sweat.
    — Rae Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 20 Mar. 2023
  • The hike has something for everyone — a longer, more strenuous loop for those hoping to break a sweat, and a relatively flat section that leads to historic ruins nestled in the canyon.
    — Rachel Schnalzer, Los Angeles Times, 26 Nov. 2020
  • People can now break a sweat at Imperial Beach’s Veterans Park.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Sep. 2022
  • Or break a sweat in non-sauna form: Play tennis, paddle tennis, or squash; conquer the climbing wall; ace a serve on the beach volleyball court; or simply go for a run around your beautiful environs.
    — Perri Ormont Blumberg, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2023

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