twig breaks
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Used when a twig separates into pieces, for example, when stepped on.
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Examples (10)
- A twig snapped under her feet.
- The sharp sound of a twig snapping scared the badger away.
- As he walked through the forest, a dry twig broke beneath his boot.
- The silence of the woods was broken only by the occasional sound of a twig breaking.
- Be careful where you step; a twig might break under your weight.
- After the storm, countless twigs had broken off the trees and littered the ground.
- The fragile twig snapped instantly when the bird landed on it.
- They heard a faint crunch as a small twig broke in the distance.
- Even a gentle breeze can cause a dead twig to snap.
- If a twig breaks while you're climbing, it could be dangerous.