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Synonyms

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

Example Sentences

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The appeals court said Friday that breach of contract claims made by these companies were not recognizable under Argentine law.

From Barron's

Cipriani sued media executive Jeff Shell for breach of contract and fraud, alleging Shell reneged on a deal and disclosed confidential Paramount information.

From The Wall Street Journal

The family is suing the company for breach of contract, negligence, infliction of emotional distress and violation of the California Health and Safety Code.

From Los Angeles Times

MSC said its decision "reflects the exceptional nature of the current circumstances" and "does not constitute a breach of contract".

From Barron's

At the time, a county spokesperson declined to comment on whether any money had been misspent, stating only that the decision was made “without stating a specific breach of contract by the other party.”

From Los Angeles Times

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