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Breech vs. Breach

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breech
Definition

opening in the rear of the barrel of a gun where bullets can be loaded

Examples

Load the bullets in the gun barrel breech.

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breach
Definition

act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises

Examples

To let children starve is a breach all laws of humanity