commercial break

noun

: the time when advertisements are broadcast during a radio or television program

We'll be back after the commercial break.

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Gardner-Johnson, who’d already been penalized earlier for unsportsmanlike conduct, was again flagged when members of the Eagles defense and Commanders offense had a minor scuffle during a commercial break. —

Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024 During the commercial break, however, Rob’s teammate (and freelance Entertainment Weekly journalist) Jordan called for a correction. —

Liza Esquibias, People.com, 4 Dec. 2024 Bravo made the decision to transition into the Season One premiere straight after the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, without a commercial break. —

Louis Staples, Rolling Stone, 28 Nov. 2024 The surprise guests suddenly sang with no introduction after a commercial break during the show and while some in the crowd jumped to their feet, other audience members looked unimpressed. —

Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for commercial break

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