parentheses

noun

Definition of parenthesesnext
plural of parenthesis
as in intervals
a break in continuity there was a parenthesis of silence when the microphone momentarily lost power

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  1. intervals
  2. interruptions
  3. gaps
Noun
  • Using kitchen twine, tie head at 1-inch intervals.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Taking place 27 years before Stephen King’s original novel (because Pennywise only shows up in 27-year intervals), the show will explore the town’s first sightings and experiences with the dancing clown.
    Lucy Ford, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of intervals
Noun
  • One wonders if the interruptions from the smaller screens will be a permanent blight on the big screen theatrical experience.
    Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Dec. 2024
  • The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) recommends getting dogs used to the new sounds, smells, and interruptions that come with a newborn in the months before, and associating these things with treats and rewards.
    Rachael O'Connor, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of interruptions
Noun
  • Having security leaders who are not in-house could create vulnerabilities or gaps in security, which could stifle organizations’ strategies and leave them open to attacks.
    Jeffrey Wheatman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • When the tile degraded, the gaps were filled in with livestock bones.
    Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of gaps
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parentheses

parenthesis

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“Parentheses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parentheses. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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