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• n  (psychology) stress at which a person breaks down or a situation becomes crucial
• n  the degree of tension or stress at which something breaks

News & Articles

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• WWII 'Deserters': Stories Of Men Who Left The Front Lines
  In his new book, journalist Charles Glass explores the little-known history of thousands of American and British soldiers who deserted during World War II. Glass describes how the strain of war can push a soldier to the breaking point — and how the line between courage and cowardice is never simple.
  June 17, 2013 - NPR
• North Korea Wants Nuke Talks with the U.S.
  North Korea is through with belching and boasting about its nuclear program to the world's major powers. They've hit a breaking point, apparently, because now they want to talk. North Korean state media carried a statement late Saturday night offering "senior-level talks" with the U.S. over the country's controversial nuclear program. North Korea's National Defense Commission wants "broad and in ...
  June 16, 2013 - The Atlantic Wire via Yahoo! News