Break
Break verb - To cause to separate into pieces usually suddenly or forcibly.
Worked out is an antonym for break.
Worked out
Both terms in one sentence
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Though a hobbyist has worked out such a device, it's too big and strong for actual use (it would fill the shoe entirely, and possibly break your foot).
Source: The Red Stapler -
Phil shamelessly tries to seduce Melissa with fireworks, which allows Todd to locate them and break up the sex arrangement Phil had worked out.
Source: Series / The Last Man on Earth - By the end of the mission, they have worked out the issues that caused them to break up (except, of course, Hizashi death).
Source: Putting the Band Back Together
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