entr'acte

noun

Definition of entr'actenext
as in time lag

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entr'acte
  1. time lag
  2. interim
  3. window
  4. interval
  5. interruption
  6. interlude
  7. intermission
  8. lag
Noun
  • These days, there is little to no time lag between making environmental commitments, doing the work to deliver on them and reporting on your progress.
    Jody L. Bickel, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
  • Estimation of the time lags from historical data is confounded by structural changes in the economy.
    Bill Conerly, Forbes, 21 Sep. 2024
Definition of time lag
Noun
  • Intel adds to two new directors Intel has named former ASML CEO Eric Meurice and Microchip Technology interim CEO Steve Sanghi to its board of directors, CNBC reported.
    Julia Shapero, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Following various side projects for its members during the interim, Soundgarden reconvened in 2010, and remained active until the passing of frontman Chris Cornell in 2017.
    Tyler Jenke, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019
Definition of interim
Noun
  • Plus, nothing beats the Mediterranean sea right out the window.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Dec. 2024
  • That gives him a week and a half to sign before his posting window expires.
    Daniel R. Epstein, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of window
Noun
  • Gather your hair into a bun, protecting it with a transparent film or shower cap, and apply heat for 2 or 3 minutes, at 15-minute intervals, 2 or 3 times.
    Ana Morales, Vogue, 8 Dec. 2024
  • And then William said to me in the interval, ‘Don’t worry.
    Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of interval
Noun
  • Each short is unique in its conception, and yet, is bound by a common resilience, and a need to document the violent interruption of life and routine.
    Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Starkey is disarming and immediately easy to talk to, stopping mid-conversation to explain the interruption of the chimes of his bird clock: a gift from a friend in honor of the one his grandmother used to have.
    Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of interruption
Noun
  • After the long Colby interlude, the episode returns to Kayce, who packs a bag for a night and sets out to confront Grant Horton.
    Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2024
  • The movie pauses for too many talking-heads interludes with nostalgic celebrity fans, interrupting the fun of the Maysles footage.
    Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of interlude
Noun
  • During the first intermission, the Wild’s three assistant general managers were seen huddling and likely discussing the roster, the Wild’s tight cap situation and possible external additions.
    Michael Russo, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Despite getting 18 points from Gilgeous-Alexander while holding Dončić to just two points in the half, OKC only took a three-point lead to the intermission.
    Kevin Dotson, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of intermission
Noun
  • Plus, the camera’s reaction time was fast and precise to our movements, with no lags or glitches.
    DeVonne Goode, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024
  • This phone recharges with blazing speed, has zero lag on any of my uses (mostly Slack and email), and feels great in the hand.
    WIRED, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of lag
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“Entr'acte.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entr%27acte. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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