break in
to get in by force, cut in while someone is talking, or make something new easier to use
Meanings
to enter a building illegally by force
"Someone broke in through the kitchen window last night."
to interrupt someone who is speaking or doing something
"I tried to explain, but he kept breaking in."
to wear or use something new until it becomes comfortable or works properly
"These boots need a few days to break in."
to train a person, animal, or machine for a new role or proper use
"The stable owner is breaking in two young horses this spring."
Very common. Meaning depends strongly on context. For illegal entry, 'break in' is often intransitive; 'break into' is used with the place entered.
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