intercepted

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

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intercepted

Jordan's army said it had intercepted four Iranian missiles.

From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026

Kuwait said its military intercepted two ballistic missiles and 13 drones, but that none had resulted in material damage of casualties.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026

In 2017, a van transporting an exam paper in the eastern Indian state of Bihar was intercepted by scammers, who attempted to make off with the papers but were foiled.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 20, 2026

Alejandro Eder, Cali’s mayor, said his forces have successfully intercepted drone attacks within city limits, but more attempts are expected.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026

She intercepted Chaol as soon as she crossed the line of chalk.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas