Breaks

/ˈbreɪks/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Interruptions or pauses in a contract or statute which temporarily suspend operation or obligations.
    The contract includes breaks allowing parties to renegotiate terms after one year.

Forms

  • break
  • breaking
  • broke
  • broken

Commentary

Often used to denote temporary suspensions within legal timeframes or duties; distinguish from 'break' as verb.

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