breakout

/ˈbreɪkˌaʊt/
noun
  1. An escape from a prison or other confined place.
    • The movie is about a famous breakout from a maximum-security prison.
    • The guards discovered the breakout attempt before anyone escaped.
    • The prisoners planned a breakout that involved digging a tunnel.
  2. A sudden appearance of something, especially a skin condition like acne or a rash.
    • She had a breakout of pimples right before the school dance.
    • Stress often leads to a breakout of acne on her face.
    • The new soap caused a breakout of red spots on his arms.
  3. A sudden increase in popularity or success, especially for a performer or product.
    • The singer's debut album was a breakout hit that topped the charts.
    • The small company had a breakout year with record sales.
    • Her role in that film was a breakout performance that made her famous.
  4. A small group discussion or activity within a larger meeting or class.
    • During the conference, we had a breakout session on new technology.
    • The workshop included a breakout activity where teams solved a puzzle.
    • The teacher divided the class into breakout groups to discuss the topic.
adjective
  1. Describing something that causes or involves a breakout, especially a sudden success or escape.
    • The company's breakout product changed the entire industry.
    • The breakout hit of the summer was a song no one expected.
    • She was named the breakout star of the season after her amazing performance.
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