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interruption

[in-tuh-ruhp-shuhn] / ˌɪn təˈrʌp ʃən /


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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

In March, Nasa had to roll it back to the assembly building after an interruption in the flow of helium to the upper stage was detected during a fuelling test.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 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

The tech sector faces inflationary risks from energy and transportation costs, not direct semiconductor production interruption.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

She swung around in her chair, annoyed at the interruption, but when she saw it was Joey, her mind went almost blank for a moment.

From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements