breach of contract

NOUN

unexcused failure to do duty

Synonyms

STRONGEST

breach of trust

WEAK

bad faith breach of faith breach of privilege breach of promise

Example Sentences

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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

Cipriani sued media executive Jeff Shell for breach of contract and fraud, alleging Shell reneged on a deal and disclosed confidential Paramount information.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

The family is suing the company for breach of contract, negligence, infliction of emotional distress and violation of the California Health and Safety Code.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 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