break into a sprint

Examples (10)

• The runners broke into a sprint a hundred yards from the finish.
• Seeing the bus pull away, she had to break into a sprint to catch it.
• Suddenly, the deer broke into a sprint, disappearing into the forest.
• If you hear the alarm, don't hesitate to break into a sprint for safety.
• He's known for his ability to break into a sprint at the last moment of a race.
• As soon as the whistle blew, the players broke into a sprint towards the ball.
• The child, excited by the ice cream truck, broke into a sprint down the street.
• Having been chased for blocks, the suspect finally broke into a full sprint.
• We had to break into a sprint to avoid getting caught in the sudden downpour.
• Even with his old age, the dog still manages to break into a sprint when he sees a squirrel.