interrupted

Example Sentences

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During one of Monday's engagements, the French president interrupted a speaker on stage to ask the audience to remain quiet.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The two candidates frequently interrupted each other, talking over each other’s remarks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The mostly smooth ride was only interrupted when an oncoming vehicle veered into the wrong lane, forcing the car to stop suddenly.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Some in the press corps, exhausted and rattled after a gunman interrupted their dinner, were grateful for the crumbs.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

Alexander interrupted, tucking a piece of his own loaf into his sister’s mouth.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood