interrupt

[ˌɪntəˈrʌpt]

interrupt Definition

  • 1to stop someone from speaking or doing something by saying or doing something yourself
  • 2to make a break in the continuity of something

Using interrupt: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "interrupt" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm sorry to interrupt, but I have a question.

  • Example

    The TV show was interrupted by a breaking news report.

  • Example

    The teacher interrupted the student's presentation to ask a question.

interrupt Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for interrupt

Antonyms for interrupt

Idioms Using interrupt

  • continuously and without any breaks or pauses

    Example

    The concert lasted for three hours without interruption.

  • let me finish

    a phrase used to ask someone not to interrupt and allow the speaker to complete their thought or statement

    Example

    Let me finish my sentence before you respond, please.

  • to interrupt someone abruptly and prevent them from continuing to speak

    Example

    The host cut off the caller when they started using offensive language.

Phrases with interrupt

  • sleep that is disturbed by waking up frequently during the night

    Example

    She had a hard time concentrating at work because she had interrupted sleep the night before.

  • a journey that is stopped or delayed for a period of time

    Example

    Their interrupted journey caused them to arrive at their destination much later than expected.

  • a view that is partially blocked or obstructed by something

    Example

    The building's beautiful view was ruined by the construction site, which created an interrupted view.

Origins of interrupt

from Latin 'interruptus', past participle of 'interrumpere', meaning 'to break apart'

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Summary: interrupt in Brief

To 'interrupt' [ˌɪntəˈrʌpt] means to stop someone from speaking or doing something by saying or doing something yourself. It can also mean to make a break in the continuity of something. Examples include 'I'm sorry to interrupt, but I have a question,' and 'The TV show was interrupted by a breaking news report.' Phrases like 'let me finish' and 'cut someone off' are used to request that someone not interrupt.

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