Breaching

/ˈbritʃɪŋ/ verb

Breaking through or breaking open something, like a dam or wall; violating or failing to follow a rule or agreement.

From Old English bræc meaning 'break.' Developed into 'breach' as a noun and verb by Middle English. Originally physical (breaking a wall), it evolved to include abstract violations like breaking trust or agreements.

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