breach

/bɹˈiːt‍ʃ/

/ˈbɹitʃ/

Breach

an act that violates an agreement, law, etc.

a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions)

synonyms : break

an opening (especially a gap in a dike or fortification)

to breach

MAIN VERB

make an opening or gap in

synonyms : gap

to break an agreement, law, etc.

synonyms : break

antonyms : observe

Examples

1. Jane saw a majestic whale breach out of the water while on a boat tour.

2. The company had a close call with a cyber attack, but their security measures prevented the breach.

3. He stepped into the breach and saved the company from bankruptcy.

4. I'll step into the breach and take over the project.