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Breach (Noun)

An opening (especially a gap in a dike or fortification).

Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).

The enemy army exploited the breach in the castle walls to launch a surprise attack.
A breach in the levee caused the river to flood the nearby town.
The soldiers worked tirelessly to repair the breach in the fortification before the enemy could take advantage of it.
The storm surge created a breach in the seawall, allowing water to pour into the coastal city.
Engineers were called in to inspect the breach in the dam and determine the best course of action for repairs.

A failure to perform some promised act or obligation.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The company's failure to deliver the goods on time was a breach of contract.
The tenant's refusal to pay rent was a breach of the lease agreement.
The politician's promise to reduce taxes was a breach of trust with the voters.
The bank's failure to keep customer information confidential was a breach of confidentiality.
The athlete's use of performance-enhancing drugs was a breach of the rules of fair play.

A personal or social separation (as between opposing factions); "they hoped to avoid a break in relations".

Nouns denoting natural events.

The company's decision to downsize led to a breach between management and employees.
The scandal caused a breach in the family, with some members siding with the accused and others against.
The country's refusal to negotiate led to a breach in diplomatic relations with its neighbor.
The politician's divisive rhetoric created a breach between different factions within the party.
The community was trying to heal the breach caused by the recent controversy.