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breach of contract

American  

noun

  1. unexcused failure to fulfill one's duties under a contract.


breach of contract Cultural  
  1. Failure to live up to the terms of a contract. The failure may provoke a lawsuit, in which an aggrieved party asks a court to award financial compensation for the loss brought about by the breach.


Etymology

Origin of breach of contract

First recorded in 1825–35

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Sarkissian has filed a counterclaim against Global Ascension, Macciello and others connected to the film production company, also accusing them of fraud and breach of contract.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026

Wagoner hated the idea and eventually sued Parton for breach of contract; she wrote “I Will Always Love You” to try to get the older country star to see where she was coming from.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026

The trial will therefore focus on three smaller claims, including breach of contract and two relating to Lively’s allegations of retaliation.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 30, 2026

Estée Lauder is suing Malone herself, Jo Loves and Zara's UK arm for trademark infringement and breach of contract.

From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2026

“Regardless of how you feel about the rules, with this breach of contract, the challenge is terminated immediately.”

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty

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