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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

Example Sentences

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One source said the FBI intercepted the scheme “years ago” and that Avery was not in danger.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Last month, Israeli forces intercepted 22 boats from the same flotilla near Crete.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The Ukrainian air force said meanwhile it had intercepted 279 Russian drones out of a total of 287 launched.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

It said 111 projectiles were shot down or intercepted, but recorded 20 direct hits in 13 locations.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Ben intercepted a pass intended for Abbott, beat him down court, and laid the ball in.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy