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on break vs on a break

'On break' and 'on a break' are both correct phrases, but they would not be used in the same contexts. 'On break' is more commonly used in informal situations, while 'on a break' is more formal and grammatically correct. The choice between them depends on the level of formality you want to convey.
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on break

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal contexts.

This phrase is commonly used in informal settings to indicate that someone is taking a break from work or an activity.

Examples:

  • I'm on break right now, so I can't talk.
  • She's on break, so she'll be back in a few minutes.
  • May 28, 2022 ... "on break" for that, though when I was in school, we used other terms. Is it the same for university students? Because this sentence is ...
  • Feb 9, 2021 ... Yes, because you are on break and you aren't getting paid. Break time is your time to relax. However, if you can answer their question just ...
  • Nov 15, 2023 ... ... on break. I'm interested if there are specific tricks or techniques to improve on this. Thanks in advance. Upvote 16. Downvote 42 Go to comments
  • Jun 17, 2017 ... Yes! You were on break to work out your relationship issues otherwise the break was predetermined so someone could misbehave.
  • Jul 21, 2023 ... What happens if you pocket the 8 ball on break? 8-Ball. I'm pretty new to the game, and haven't come across this until today. We play on our ...
  • Blazers on Break is an immersive, week-long experience designed to provide students with an opportunity to engage in direct service.
  • Jun 10, 2023 ... Wardell has been on break for 2 days now in Happy Home Paradise. Lottie doesn't let me design homes because he's on break. How long does this last?
  • Mar 6, 2018 ... ... on break with him, even if initially calls or texts him first. I like it when guys start the conversation more than I starting the ...
  • May 29, 2022 ... Odds of cue ball and 8 Ball on break? 8-Ball. My buddy and I are just running some games of pool and I broke on this game. I sunk the 8 ball ...
  • Dec 8, 2017 ... Hi, I am trying to check if a block inside a region is being destroyed, I usually did that using this code and it worked perfectly: on break: if

Alternatives:

  • taking a break
  • having a break
  • on a break
  • on a short break
  • on a quick break

on a break

This phrase is correct and more formal than 'on break'.

This phrase is more formal and grammatically correct. It is commonly used in professional or formal settings.

Examples:

  • I'm on a break right now, so I can't take any calls.
  • The team is on a break, so they will resume the meeting in 15 minutes.
  • May 17, 2023 ... 23 votes, 17 comments. Hi there. I am not a native English speaker so what does "being on a break" actually mean?
  • Jun 14, 2019 ... In the words of Ross Geller, “WE WERE ON A BREAK!” As much as I hate agreeing with Ross, he was kinda sorta technically right ‍ *sigh.
  • Nov 18, 2014 ... Yes, they were on a break and no, Ross didn't cheat, because it was clear that Rachel made it look like a breakup, but he was wrong for sleeping ...
  • Mar 6, 2018 ... If you do text her say something like this: Hey, i know we are on a break but i wanted you to know that i really miss you.
  • May 25, 2023 ... 8ball rules: When you pocket on a break, can you claim stripes/solids? 8-Ball.
  • Jun 17, 2017 ... If you were on a break in your relationship and your partner slept with someone else, would you count this as cheating? All related (100+).
  • Jan 23, 2024 ... 387 votes, 124 comments. It was always weird to me how the argument turned into were they/ weren't they on a break, when that's obviously ...
  • Jul 22, 2016 ... You are not on a break, you are BROKEN UP. He is not your boyfriend if you are not currently together. How hard is that for you to ...
  • Aug 5, 2023 ... The “they were on a break” theory between belly and jere. I agree that it was shitty for Jere to sleep with someone so fast after they broke up. But they weren ...
  • Nov 17, 2020 ... My boyfriend and I went on a break, but he still texts me and tells me how much he loves me. It's only been a few days. What do I do? All ...

Alternatives:

  • taking a break
  • having a break
  • on break
  • on a short break
  • on a quick break

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