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intercept

[in-ter-sept, in-ter-sept] / ˌɪn tərˈsɛpt, ˈɪn tərˌsɛpt /
VERB
head off; interrupt
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ambush arrest block catch cut off deflect hijack prevent seize stop take away
STRONG
appropriate check curb hinder interlope interpose obstruct shortstop take
WEAK
cut in head off at pass make off with
Antonyms
STRONGEST
allow encourage free give let go release
STRONG
aid assist help keep permit promote refuse reject
WEAK
abet forward

Example Sentences

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Iron Dome, which was originally developed to intercept rockets at a range of about 45 miles, also has been upgraded and is now used to shoot down missiles and longer-range rockets and drones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

Without Starlink, Russia was forced to rely much more heavily on radio traffic—which, unlike communications over Starlink, Ukraine was able to intercept.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

The incidents happened on Wednesday night shortly after Israel's military said it was "working to intercept" an Iranian missile attack.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

"Not only air defence but also capabilities to intercept speed boats and surface drones, and to detect mines would be required."

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

I kick into gear, rushing to intercept her.

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson