When one party indicates to another that they do not intend to perform their outstanding obligations under a contract this is referred to as what?

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This is referred to as an anticipatory breach. It is when one party indicates that they will not fulfill their obligations before the performance is due. This allows the other party to treat the contract as being breached and pursue legal remedies.

When One Party Indicates to Another That They Do Not