She keeps it because her old sword, Lightning, broke during a battle.

His sword suddenly breaks, and he is stabbed with seven spears.

The sword lost its power and broke when he attempted to use it below master level after logging back in.

A long, unhappy silence descended, which the sword finally broke.

She was well made, but even the best sword can break.

"According to the legend, this sword will break only if I do," he said.

Didn't you know that a sword broke on your armor?

For all the king knew, a sword in the throat might have broken the spell.

A long wooden sword slammed down across his helmet and broke in two.

Remember, no matter how narrow it is, the sword shall not break.