breach of trust
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In sentencing McBride, the judge said while he was of "good character", sharing military secrets was a "gross breach of trust" and he had shown "no contrition" for his actions.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
While investigators didn’t reveal their identities, the charges focus on document forgery and breach of trust.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
Prosecutors targeted six individuals with charges focused on document forgery and breach of trust, The Wall Street Journal reported External link.
From Barron's ● Jun. 30, 2026
It’s something that they didn’t mention, but feels like a breach of trust.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026
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
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