breach of promise

noun phrase

: violation of a promise especially to marry

Word History

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of breach of promise was in 1601

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“Breach of promise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breach%20of%20promise. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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