Break the news
English Idiom
Meaning: To inform someone about something important, often something that is unexpected or disappointing. This phrase is used when delivering significant information that could evoke a strong emotional response.
Origin: The phrase 'break the news' originated in the mid-19th century. It likely evolved from the idea of 'breaking' a significant story or piece of information in the same way news would be broken in a newspaper or public announcement. The 'breaking' aspect signifies the impact and urgency of the news being shared.
Examples
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After the board meeting, the CEO had to break the news about the company's financial losses to the employees.
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She dreaded having to break the news of her resignation to her team, knowing it would come as a shock.
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When the doctor entered the room, he prepared himself to break the news of the diagnosis to the anxious family.
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It was with a heavy heart that he broke the news to his best friend about the cancellation of their dream vacation.
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The journalist broke the news of the election results live on television, capturing the nation's attention.
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Breaking the news of the merger to the staff was not an easy task for the department head.
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He struggled with how to break the news to his parents about his decision to drop out of college.
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She had to break the news to her children that they would be moving to a new city and leaving their friends behind.
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The firefighter had the difficult job of breaking the news to the family that their home was beyond saving.
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Breaking the news of the job offer to her spouse was a moment filled with both excitement and apprehension.
