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interruption

[in-tuh-ruhp-shuhn] / ˌɪn təˈrʌp ʃən /
NOUN
break; interference
Synonyms
STRONGEST
blackout breach cutoff delay disruption disturbance hiatus hitch intrusion layoff letup pause rupture stoppage suspension
STRONG
abeyance arrest cessation check disconnection discontinuance dissolution division doldrums dormancy gap halt hindrance impediment interim intermission interval lacuna latency obstacle obstruction parenthesis quiescence rift separation severance split stop
WEAK
abeyancy breakoff disuniting
Antonyms
STRONGEST
continuation peace persistence
STRONG
agreement aid assistance beginning closing closure commencement connection encouragement go help juncture promotion start support unification

Example Sentences

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In January, Verizon made headlines again, when a service interruption hit more than 180,000 customers.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Rough & Tumble — the name captures the sweat and grit of politics — has continued without interruption for 30-plus years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Meanwhile, Iran continues to export oil, with shipments from Kharg Island—the nation’s key energy hub—resuming Sunday after a two-day interruption due to U.S. strikes, according to Kpler data.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

"Nobody phones, nobody knocks at the door, only Pete at the window, so there's no interruption."

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

I had no doubt he was grateful for the interruption.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam