interruption

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

NOUN

break; interference

Synonyms

STRONGEST

blackout breach cutoff delay disruption disturbance hiatus hitch intrusion layoff letup pause rupture stoppage suspension

STRONG

abeyance arrest cessation check disconnection discontinuance dissolution division doldrums dormancy gap halt hindrance impediment interim intermission interval lacuna latency obstacle obstruction parenthesis quiescence rift separation severance split stop

WEAK

abeyancy breakoff disuniting

Antonyms

STRONGEST

continuation peace persistence

STRONG

agreement aid assistance beginning closing closure commencement connection encouragement go help juncture promotion start support unification

Example Sentences

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And when is the best time of day to shower without interruption from a missile alert?

From Barron's

The comics will be passing the mic back and forth throughout the night, which will feature special guests, surprise moments and plenty of other unplanned interruptions that will make for a roughly four-hour show.

From Los Angeles Times

Saudi Arabia, and neighboring states damaged data centers, causing Amazon service interruptions and threatening the Gulf’s future.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I haven't got constant interruptions… it's a much more relaxed atmosphere."

From BBC

Ranganathan and Ye suggest companies establish a formal “AI practice,” where expected interruptions can occur at work.

From MarketWatch

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