as in interval
a break in continuity
there was a brief interlude in the performance while the stagehands shifted scenery
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Recent Examples of interlude
Essentially, Song created these interludes to expand the world of Materialists.
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Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 14 June 2025
The Union Beer interlude kicked off the search for a brick-and-mortar spot, always a difficult process in Miami’s expensive and ever-shifting culinary landscape.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
This multipage text serves as an interlude, a waypoint between the images that depict labor and the images that depict birth—the moment of fission when one body splits into two.
—Jessica Simmons-Reid, Artforum, 1 June 2025
From the red carpet to TV and movie premiers to sports championships, the success of every bespoke event depends on those manning ticket booths, selling popcorn and merchandise, providing entertainment in the interlude, and ensuring smooth and safe transport to and from the venue.
—Malana Vantyle, USA Today, 17 May 2025
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Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 14 June 2025
The Union Beer interlude kicked off the search for a brick-and-mortar spot, always a difficult process in Miami’s expensive and ever-shifting culinary landscape.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
This multipage text serves as an interlude, a waypoint between the images that depict labor and the images that depict birth—the moment of fission when one body splits into two.
—Jessica Simmons-Reid, Artforum, 1 June 2025
From the red carpet to TV and movie premiers to sports championships, the success of every bespoke event depends on those manning ticket booths, selling popcorn and merchandise, providing entertainment in the interlude, and ensuring smooth and safe transport to and from the venue.
—Malana Vantyle, USA Today, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interlude
Noun
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The brutal concept features two teams locked inside a giant steel cage that covers two rings, with members entering the match at staggered intervals.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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At certain intervals, the Iranian government has limited access to the mobile internet network and physical phone lines, the embassy said, adding that U.S. citizens should be prepared for internet network outages and develop alternative network connectivity and communication plans.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
28 June 2025
Noun
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But phone calls, spam and constant interruptions get in the way.—
Minna Hu,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Actual net worth can vary significantly due to factors such as debt levels, regional cost of living, career interruptions, investment returns and household dynamics.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
Noun
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The group went on hiatus in 2016, with each member pursuing solo careers.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
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Simon Cowell’s The X Factor has been on hiatus for years while a similar talent contest Cowell is making with Drive to Survive producer Box to Box Films appears to have stalled.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
8 July 2025
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Even though no funding has been cut, Jackson condemned the administration, contending the effect of the pause is going to be massive and could result in North Carolina firing about 1,000 educators.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 July 2025
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Decisions are made, the next task appears, and there’s little pause to examine what worked or what missed.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Families using vouchers now pay more out of pocket, with the average gap between voucher awards and tuition at $2,446, as private school costs continue to rise.—
Caroline Beck,
IndyStar,
10 July 2025
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Yet, as enterprises race to integrate these technologies, the gap between potential and realized value remains a challenge.—
Massimo Peselli,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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“Interlude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interlude. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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