"Break the ice" or "break a leg" Crossword Clue

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"Break the ice" or "break a leg" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. an expression whose meanings cannot be inferred from the meanings of the words that make it up
2. a manner of speaking that is natural to native speakers of a language

Hint 2: Clue Definition

BREAK (noun)
1. (tennis) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving
2. breaking of hard tissue such as bone
BREAK (verb)
1. enter someone’s (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act
2. be released or become known; of news

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
IMIDO

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