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Concept: Be-Broken

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Superconcept: State

Definition: An object becomes nonfunctional in some way. This can describe the effects of numerous actions, as exemplified by the sentences below. An object is put in this state by Break. An object is taken out of this state by Repair.

Required Relationships:

object: the thing that becomes broken
Restriction: this must be an Object

Examples:

  1. Sally broke the window.
    object: the window
  2. Jerome crashed his bicycle.
    object: his bicycle
  3. Comment: Depending on the severity of damaged sustained to the bicycle, Be-Ruined may be more appropriate.
  4. King Arthur dented his armor.
    object: his armor

Neighboring Concepts:

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Be-Ruined Be-Ruined is specifically for things that are broken beyond repair.