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Breech vs. Breach
Breech
Examples:
The rifle was loaded from the breech with precision.He repaired the breech mechanism to improve efficiency.The breech of the cannon jammed during the battle.
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Breach
/briːtʃ/Examples:
'There can be no action for breach, that's one comfort.There's the chance of an action for breach, that's another.Breach of contract cases can sometimes be settled out of court.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Breach contains an a just like break, and both words imply breaking through something.
- Think of breech like beach, which also has a double e and refers to a place or position, such as the buttocks in medical terms.
- If youre talking about a violation or breaking a rule, use breach since its related to breaking.
- Remember that breech often appears in medical contexts, particularly with childbirth positions.
- A breach of contract involves breaking an agreement, while breech position refers to a baby positioned buttocks-first.
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