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The phrase "break down and" is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
It is often used to express a sudden decision or action, often one that is unexpected or against one's original plans. Example: After hours of resisting the temptation, she finally broke down and ate a slice of cake.
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They break down and tell Mother.
I'd break down and cry".
Systems break down and, worse still, can be subverted.
And that's when you finally break down and cry.
"I never saw him break down, and that was amazing.
Ten, 12, maybe 15 women break down and cry.
The fruit will break down and make it even smoother.
Occasionally, he would break down and look at Tabby's Face.
Sometimes cars break down, and speeding tickets are not unknown.
"Sometimes I just break down and start crying," he said.
She has seen them break down and bunch up.
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