1
as in intervals
a break in continuity
an interruption in cable service during the lightning storm
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2
as in pauses
a momentary halt in an activity
a brief interruption in the discussion while we all got coffee
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Recent Examples of interruptions
Dodge, the Arch insurance executive, recommends travelers consider a policy that covers trip cancellations, interruptions, and delays caused by weather or other covered reasons.
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Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
The project is going well and there were few interruptions to work thanks to great weather in October and into November, Bennett said.
—Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
To address this, ensure your CV emphasises your future contributions rather than dwelling on past interruptions.
—Andrew Fennell, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Eliminate Distractions Distractions and interruptions can significantly impair the quality of your study.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Imagine a place where a remote, hybrid, and traveling workforce can connect with others and work without the nagging interruptions of home life.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
Power and water interruptions were reported in multiple regions of Ukraine, with explosions reported by local administrations across the country.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 28 Nov. 2024
Employing an easy-to-use UI and minimizing daily operational interruptions also help with end-user uptake.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Saturday night's skit poked fun at Baier's real-life interruptions of Harris, with Baldwin repeatedly interrupting Rudolph in rapid-fire fashion.
—CBS News, 20 Oct. 2024
Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
The project is going well and there were few interruptions to work thanks to great weather in October and into November, Bennett said.
—Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
To address this, ensure your CV emphasises your future contributions rather than dwelling on past interruptions.
—Andrew Fennell, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Eliminate Distractions Distractions and interruptions can significantly impair the quality of your study.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Imagine a place where a remote, hybrid, and traveling workforce can connect with others and work without the nagging interruptions of home life.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
Power and water interruptions were reported in multiple regions of Ukraine, with explosions reported by local administrations across the country.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 28 Nov. 2024
Employing an easy-to-use UI and minimizing daily operational interruptions also help with end-user uptake.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Saturday night's skit poked fun at Baier's real-life interruptions of Harris, with Baldwin repeatedly interrupting Rudolph in rapid-fire fashion.
—CBS News, 20 Oct. 2024
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“Interruptions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interruptions. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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