breakaway

noun

Meaning

The act of breaking away from something.
A group of riders which has gone ahead of the peloton.
A situation in the game where one or more players of a team attack towards the goal of the other team without having any defenders in front of them.
The act of getting away from one's opponent; the separation of the boxers after a spell of infighting.
A stampede of animals.
An animal that breaks away from a herd.
Having broken away from a larger unit.
Capable of breaking off without damaging the larger structure.
Occurring during or as a result of a breakaway (see Noun)
(entertainment industry) Enjoying rapid popular success.

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