breach of trust

Example Sentences

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A spokesperson for the Department for Education said the case was deeply disturbing and a serious breach of trust.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

It said the investigation concerns "instigation of breach of trust, computer fraud and false attestation with the intent to obtain for another an unlawful benefit."

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“It’s a breach of trust, a betrayal, and it’s kind of hard for me to stomach at the moment.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2026

Under the California Probate Code, the most common reasons include breach of trust, insolvency, unfitness and incompetence, hostility or deadlock, excessive and/or disqualification where the trustee becomes legally barred from serving.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 11, 2025

In a curiously rambling farewell address, he accused cabinet members of a breach of trust, of ignoring him and of playing into the hands of the African National Congress.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela