- break the mold
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a) To depart from a traditional pattern.b) To make it impossible for an identical copy to be made.
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break the mold — ► break the mold end a restrictive pattern of events or behaviour by doing things differently. Main Entry: ↑mold … English terms dictionary
break the mold — I see mold I II put an end to a restrictive pattern of events or behavior by doing things in a markedly different way his work did much to break the mold of the old urban sociology * * * break the mold see ↑mold, 1 • • • Main Entry: ↑break … Useful english dictionary
break the mold (of something) — break the ˈmold (of sth) idiom to change what people expect from a situation, especially by acting in a dramatic and original way Main entry: ↑moldidiom … Useful english dictionary
break the mold — to do something differently, after it has been done in the same way for a long time. She was the woman who broke the mold and brought new energy to the role of First Lady … New idioms dictionary
break the mould — to do something differently, after it has been done in the same way for a long time. She broke the mould by insisting on becoming a doctor instead of a nurse. A new TV show is about to be launched which aims to break the mold of the usual daytime … New idioms dictionary
mold — Ⅰ. mold [1] (Brit. mould) ► NOUN 1) a hollow container used to give shape to molten or hot liquid material when it cools and hardens. 2) something made in this way, especially a jelly or mousse. 3) a distinctive type, style, or character. ► VERB… … English terms dictionary
The Mind Trust — is a non profit organization based in Indianapolis whose mission is to “dramatically improve public education for underserved students by empowering education entrepreneurs to develop or expand transformative education initiatives.”1HistoryThe… … Wikipedia
The Lead — is a Christian punk band from Florida, formed in 1984. They are Julio Rey (vocals, songwriting, and guitar), Robbie Christie (drums, songwriting, and vocals), and Nina Llopis (bass, vocals and songwriting). Andy Coyle joined the band on guitar… … Wikipedia
mold — mold1 [ mould ] noun * 1. ) uncount a green, blue, or white substance that grows on food that is not kept fresh or on things that are not kept clean and dry 2. ) count an empty container into which you pour a liquid that you want to be the same… … Usage of the words and phrases in modern English
break — break1 [ breık ] (past tense broke [ brouk ] ; past participle broken [ broukən ] ) verb *** ▸ 1 separate into pieces ▸ 2 fail to obey rules ▸ 3 make a hole/cut ▸ 4 destroy someone s confidence ▸ 5 when people learn news ▸ 6 stop for a short time … Usage of the words and phrases in modern English
