1
as in interval
a break in continuity
an interruption in cable service during the lightning storm
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2
as in pause
a momentary halt in an activity
a brief interruption in the discussion while we all got coffee
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Recent Examples of interruption
Through the last quarter millennium, the U.S.P.S. has provided continuous service through any number of crises, including the Civil War and the Spanish flu, and without interruption during two World Wars.
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Casey Cep, New Yorker, 28 June 2025
Each lasting around 200,000 years to 100,000 years, these events also occurred alongside interruptions in ocean biodiversity.
—Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 24 June 2025
There will be an increase in traffic and interruptions from June 20 to July 10.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 18 June 2025
Effective leaders refine their risk-transfer practices to safeguard against disruptions and ensure long-term supply chain resilience by seeking coverage for cyber, directors’ and officers’ liability, business interruption, environmental, terrorism, public liability and reputational risk.
—John M. Bremen, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
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Casey Cep, New Yorker, 28 June 2025
Each lasting around 200,000 years to 100,000 years, these events also occurred alongside interruptions in ocean biodiversity.
—Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 24 June 2025
There will be an increase in traffic and interruptions from June 20 to July 10.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 18 June 2025
Effective leaders refine their risk-transfer practices to safeguard against disruptions and ensure long-term supply chain resilience by seeking coverage for cyber, directors’ and officers’ liability, business interruption, environmental, terrorism, public liability and reputational risk.
—John M. Bremen, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interruption
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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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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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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In the depths of life’s lulls, it was forgotten, left in a bun for days, dry, untouched.—
Sophie Meharenna,
Allure,
2 July 2025
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Allocations will be adjusted dynamically with gold exposure increasing during crypto market downturns, and bitcoin exposure increasing when gold is in a lull period.—
Aaron Stanley,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Currie warned that further cuts to Medicaid and public hospitals could make these gaps even worse.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
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While the case is ongoing and remains under regulatory review, with SEBI yet to issue a final ruling, the incident shines a light on the growing gap between retail traders and big institutions.—
Spriha Srivastava,
CNBC,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Lily rolled over, now, onto her back, away from her husband’s meticulous ledgers, and tried to capture her breath, which along with her heart, these days, had the habit of running away from her.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 July 2025
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Beyond performance, breath plays a key role in understanding chronic disease.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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Elsewhere, a late summer to late spring schedule is the norm—though several European leagues require multi-week winter breaks to avoid the worst temperatures.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
1 July 2025
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But hosting a dinner party for your family-money-wealthy English boyfriend and his colleagues during a heatwave when the fridge breaks, alcohol flows, and an unexpected guest shows up?—
Literary Hub
July 1,
Literary Hub,
1 July 2025
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“Interruption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interruption. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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