INTERRUPTION Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

interruption

noun

ˌin-tə-ˈrəp-shən

Definition of interruption

as in interval

a break in continuity an interruption in cable service during the lightning storm

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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 The upcoming closure marks another major interruption in the Plaza’s history. — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026 Classes will continue without interruption at Four Directions Family Partnership, the organization said. — Eric Henderson, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026 But their data centers can also cause interruptions to the grid that impact consumers. — Drew Robb, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 Capricorn December 22 – January 19 An interruption could pull your attention somewhere unexpected this morning. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interruption

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Noun

The different categories of wellness providers range from high-intensity interval studios to specialty clinics offering vitamin injections.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2026
Microwave 10 tablespoons of the butter in a large, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH in 15- to 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until melted, 30 seconds to 1 minute.

— Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of interval

Noun

While older generations may interpret limited eye contact, a flat expression or a pause before responding as rude, lazy or unprofessional, that might not be a younger person’s intent at all, Leahy said.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026
The pause lasted more than a year, straining cattle supply and contributing to record-high beef prices.

— Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of pause

Noun

Even after years of creative stagnation, a hiatus, and, tragically, the death of Takeoff, in 2022, Migos had already cemented themselves as cultural icons perennially synonymous with everything cool.

— Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026
In her own update on her Instagram Story, Laforteza described the work she’s been doing since going on hiatus.

— Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of hiatus

Noun

Still, multiple lobbyists tell me that a flurry of regulator activity has prompted an increase in advocacy for some despite a year that has been otherwise marked by a lull in major legislative activity ahead of the election.

— Megan R. Wilson, Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2026
The upshot of this is that George, who works the room in a sharp gray suit, a few tattoos peeking out, has plenty of opportunities to charismatically make things right, shaking hands and clasping shoulders and sending over lull-filling drinks.

— Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of lull

Noun

Democrats still have an advantage in voting by mail, but that gap is smaller than in 2022 as more Democrats shift to early in-person voting.

— A Martínez, NPR, 23 Oct. 2026
The sell-off came despite the positive results, underscoring the gap between the treatment's clinical promise and investor expectations for its commercial potential.

— Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of gap

Noun

In a video premiered on Monday, Cardi took over Tiny Desk and brought an eight-song masterclass in breath control, joy, and showmanship.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2026
His itinerary includes a stop in Cusco, which is around 3,350 meters above sea level, where there is roughly one-third less oxygen available per breath compared to sea-level.

— Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of breath

Noun

The league has agreed to an extended All-Star break to accommodate the Olympics, but MLB also could tire of waiting for the union to agree with LA28, which badly wants MLB players to participate.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
After the break, Colleyville Heritage wide receiver Trevi Preische’s 10-yard TD reception helped the Panthers make some progress, but a 23-yard score from Caldwell put Argyle’s lead back to three-scores.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of break

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