breakdown in

Frequency: 7.08.5 per million words

used to describe a failure of communication or negotiations (e.g., a breakdown in talks)

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Examples (10)

  • The recent breakdown in peace talks is deeply concerning.
  • A simple breakdown in communication led to the huge misunderstanding.
  • The school experienced a complete breakdown in discipline after the principal resigned.
  • Their marriage ended due to a gradual breakdown in trust.
  • There was a serious breakdown in the quality control process.
  • The pandemic caused a major breakdown in global supply chains.
  • Following the disaster, there was a temporary breakdown in law and order.
  • We risk a total breakdown in cooperation if we don't address these issues.
  • The report highlighted several breakdowns in security protocols.
  • The manager's poor leadership caused the breakdown in team morale.