breach of trust
Americannoun
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Law. a violation of duty by a trustee.
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a violation of duty or responsibility.
noun
Etymology
Origin of breach of trust
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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At the center of each case Apple has pursued was a perceived breach of trust.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
Prosecutors targeted six individuals with charges focused on document forgery and breach of trust, The Wall Street Journal reported External link.
From Barron's ● Jun. 30, 2026
It’s something that they didn’t mention, but feels like a breach of trust.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026
The girls were about 13 at the time, and the former history teacher from Richmond Lodge School was told his actions were "gross breach of trust".
From BBC ● Apr. 28, 2026
In a curiously rambling farewell address, he accused cabinet members of a breach of trust, of ignoring him and of playing into the hands of the African National Congress.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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