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# [What is the <wbr> HTML tag and why do I need it?](https://h.daily-dev-tips.com/what-is-the-lesswbrgreater-html-tag-and-why-do-i-need-it?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

So, a straightforward explanation of the tag in HTML stands for a work break. It doesn't mean it will break every time, but it will break every time it needs to. You might think, huh, but CSS can do this as well using word-break: break-all and yes, ...

Dec 9, 2020 · 3 min read · h.daily-dev-tips.com  
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