breach of contract
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of breach of contract
First recorded in 1825–35
Example Sentences
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Wagoner sued her for $20 million over breach of contract and settled for $1 million.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026
In April, Liman tossed Lively’s claims of sexual harassment, defamation and conspiracy, but allowed some claims, including retaliation and breach of contract, to proceed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
That left in place three claims - breach of contract, retaliation, and aiding and abetting in retaliation - with a civil trial in New York scheduled for 18 May.
From BBC ● May 4, 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
“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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