Break and Shackle

Break

Break noun - A momentary halt in an activity.

Shackle is an antonym for break.

Shackle

Shackle noun - Something that physically prevents free movement.

Break is an antonym for shackle.

Nearby Words: shackled, shackling

Common collocations

heart break heart shackle heart
leg break leg shackle leg

Both words in one sentence

  • Life-or-Limb Decision When his cousin Fingon comes to rescue him, Maedhros begs for a Mercy Kill because Fingon can't break the shackle.
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