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nonperformance

[ non-per-fawr-muhns ]
/ ˌnɒn pərˈfɔr məns /
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noun
failure or neglect to perform.
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Origin of nonperformance

First recorded in 1500–10; non- + performance

Words nearby nonperformance

Nonpartisan League, nonparty, nonpaying, nonpayment, nonpeak, nonperformance, nonperformer, nonperforming, nonperishable, nonpermanent, nonpersistent
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Words related to nonperformance

evasion, negligence, bankruptcy, breakdown, collapse, decline, defeat, deficiency, deterioration, failing, loss, misstep, implosion, inadequacy, rupture, carelessness, abortion, bomb, botch, bungle

How to use nonperformance in a sentence

  • A certain amount of this is required of him by the state, with a heavy fine for nonperformance of these duties.

    Germany and the Germans|Price Collier
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