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interruption

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


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In its decision, the court concluded "that the interruption of access to the TikTok platform constitutes a restriction of freedom of expression and freedom of the press".

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

Even several weeks of interruption in Gulf energy supplies could bring the largest windfall to Russia, the Associated Press reported, citing energy analysts.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

The three-month forward contract on the LME is up 1.5% to $3,188 a metric ton, in anticipation that an interruption of trade through the region could limit supply availability globally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

"Nobody phones, nobody knocks at the door, only Pete at the window, so there's no interruption."

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

The interruption when Jamison knocked on her door was welcome.

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry