breach of faith
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of breach of faith
First recorded in 1630–40
Example Sentences
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The Canadian government is trying to hold Stellantis accountable for what it argues is a breach of faith.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 2025
He was defeated by Democrat Pete Peterson the next year after Mr. Peterson, a former Vietnam prisoner of war, accused Mr. Grant of a breach of faith with voters by changing parties midstream.
From New York Times • Dec. 14, 2022
“It would be a response to the egregious nature of what was done and the breach of faith with the American people by Navy personnel,” Myers said.
From Washington Post • Mar. 18, 2017
If authorities were using money meant for imperiled wildlife on the tunnels project, “that would be a real breach of faith with Congress, and with anyone’s idea of good stewardship,” said U.S.
From Washington Times • Apr. 11, 2016
The trial should have been an occasion of resolve and solidarity, but was sullied by a breach of faith by Dr. Moroka.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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