Pronunciation: /ˈbreɪkɪŋ pɔɪnt/
noun a point at which a person or thing is no longer able to cope or function effectively
A1 She reached her breaking point when her computer crashed right before the deadline.
A2 The constant bickering between the siblings finally pushed them to their breaking point.
B1 The stress of work and family responsibilities brought her to a breaking point where she needed to seek help.
B2 After years of mistreatment, she finally reached her breaking point and decided to leave the toxic relationship.
C1 The political unrest in the country has reached a breaking point, leading to widespread protests and demonstrations.
C2 The negotiations between the two countries have reached a breaking point, with tensions escalating to the brink of war.
formal The constant pressure and stress finally brought her to her breaking point.
informal I can't take it anymore, I'm at my breaking point.
slang I'm about to snap, I'm at my breaking point.
figurative The camel's back was broken, it had reached its breaking point.
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