Answer:

break

AnswerCrossword Clue
BREAKRespite
BREAKOpening shot in billiards
BREAKStart of a billiards game
BREAKShatter
BREAKRecess
BREAKSpring ...
BREAKGo all to pieces
BREAKBit of luck
BREAKIntermission
BREAKHuddle ender