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A breach of contract occurs when one party to a contract fails to fulfill a commitment as outlined in the agreement. This means that if the obligations that were specifically agreed upon are not met—whether in terms of performance, timing, quality, or any other aspect—as stipulated in the contract, a breach has taken place.

This definition is grounded in contract law, which recognizes that contracts create binding obligations. If one party does not perform their side of the contract, the other party may have the right to seek remedies, such as damages or specific performance.

While a reduction in performance quality could indicate a breach, it isn't universally considered a breach unless it falls short of what was specifically agreed upon in terms of quality in the contract. Similarly, a change in circumstances affecting the parties might lead to difficulties in performance but does not automatically constitute a breach unless it impacts the ability to fulfill contract terms as agreed. Lastly, failing to document the agreement does not constitute a breach of an existing contract; rather, it complicates the enforcement of the contract if there is a dispute regarding its terms.