Breakout
(noun)
- An escape or release from confinement, restraint, or restriction.
- A sudden, rapid expansion, increase, or advance in a particular area or aspect.
- A sudden and dramatic improvement in a situation or performance.
Origin:
Derived from the verb 'break out', meaning to separate or escape from a confined or restricted space.
Examples:
- The prisoners made a daring breakout from the high-security prison.
- The company's recent financial breakthrough led to a stock market breakout.
- The actor's breakout role in the hit movie launched her career.
- The team's defensive player had a breakout performance, scoring multiple interceptions.
- The new product's sales have been experiencing a steady breakout, outperforming all expectations.