1
as in intervals
a break in continuity
an interruption in cable service during the lightning storm
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2
as in pauses
a momentary halt in an activity
a brief interruption in the discussion while we all got coffee
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Recent Examples of interruptions
The hospitals are prepared to continue offering care despite any pending work interruptions, according to officials, who said patients should not avoid or delay seeking help for any medical emergencies.
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Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 11 Jan. 2026
In the meantime, Payton didn’t express much frustration over the interruptions to the team’s bye-week preparation.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 10 Jan. 2026
Crews in Hollywood are working to make repairs after a massive water main break led to service interruptions on Thursday night.
—Steven Yablonski, CBS News, 2 Jan. 2026
Early to bed, early to rise, no interruptions.
—Marisa McMillan, Outside, 29 Dec. 2025
This hybrid design ensures continuous protection even during extended power interruptions.
—New Atlas, 25 Dec. 2025
The wedding day had two famous interruptions.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 15 Dec. 2025
Look for policies that cover medical emergencies, cancellations and trip interruptions.
—Taylor Haught, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Dec. 2025
The sudden sting, the constant urge to run to the bathroom and the interruptions to work or intimacy can feel both embarrassing and unsettling.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interruptions
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Users can also select between four timer settings at one-hour intervals.—
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Make sure the chili is in a microwave-safe container, then use the defrost setting to heat it in short intervals until thawed.—
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Taking intentional pauses is key, too.—
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The pauses are just as much dialogue as the words.—
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Newcomers this year include Ming, Ressence, Leica, Studio Sarpaneva, Konstantin Chaykin, Fortis, Fears, Bianchet, Artya, and Artisans de Genève, along with two brands returning after long hiatuses, HYT and Zenith.—
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After several hiatuses, the buckets returned in 2016, 2022, and 2023.—
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But even the best run into lulls during an 82-game season.—
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The offense suffered some lulls in his absence, but second-year wide receiver Ryan Flournoy was able to pick up the production vacated by Lamb in the second half by finishing with 115 yards and one touchdown on nine receptions.—
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For some of the victims’ families, the interviews clarified how and why the crimes unfolded, filling in gaps that police files and court records never fully answered after years of unresolved questions.—
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The gas can seep into homes through cracks in foundations or basement floors; gaps around pipes, cables, or utility lines; construction joints where walls and floors meet; and crawlspaces or dirt floors, the county said.—
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“Interruptions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interruptions. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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