breach of the peace
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of breach of the peace
First recorded in 1665–75
Example Sentences
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Mr Marshall, from Carluke in South Lanarkshire, was on remand for unpaid fines and breach of the peace charges when he experienced a mental health crisis.
From BBC • Sep. 26, 2025
Mr Kohli is also accused of conducting himself in a disorderly manner and committing a breach of the peace on the same occasion.
From BBC • Aug. 8, 2025
The Chesterfield County deputies were charged Monday with misconduct in office, criminal conspiracy and aggravated breach of the peace, according to the warrants from the State Law Enforcement Division.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 13, 2024
He had been placed on remand for 30 days before his next court date on breach of the peace charges.
From BBC • Feb. 5, 2024
But this mean artifice did not succeed: Viriatus would not be provoked to a breach of the peace.
From The Lusiad or The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem by Camões, Luís de
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