INTERREGNUM Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

interregnum

noun

ˌin-tə-ˈreg-nəm

Definition of interregnum

as in interval

a break in continuity the democratic regime proved to be a short-lived interregnum between dictatorships

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Recent Examples of interregnum Today, scientists scoop up lava or ash, fresh or ancient, around volcanoes — both during an eruption and in the interregnum between them — to identify subtle changes in chemical makeup. — Quanta Magazine, 8 May 2026 During that interregnum, Mary endured personal calamity. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2026 All seven spent the interregnum learning how to go somewhere new on their own. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2026 Charli might just be in a low-stakes, post-breakthrough interregnum, exploring whims without putting too much pressure on herself. — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interregnum

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Noun

Also, ibogaine’s prolongation of the heart’s QT intervals carries a real risk of fatal arrhythmia.

— Michelle Lhooq, New Yorker, 7 Aug. 2026
The Maya, for example, observed and calculated intervals between solar and lunar eclipses, building predictions and calendars around the pattern.

— Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of interval

Noun

The intense media attention surrounding her may have hastened her decision to step away from the spotlight, but the hiatus may have been in the works for some time.

— Roberta Mercuri, Vanity Fair, 3 Aug. 2026
Mulroney went on hiatus for the latter half of Season 14, returning in the finale.

— Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of hiatus

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Furthermore, understanding compensation gaps helps identify valuable expertise and actionable development paths.

— Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Missouri’s Ramon Fiorini looked to widen the gap on Ginga Ninja, but his first go resulted in a re-ride, and the Freedom’s Alex Cerqueira also got a re-ride on Big Red to follow it up.

— Ava DiCecca, Sun Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of gap

Noun

The team went through eight head coaches (including interims) during that span, with Kubiak being the ninth, and six general managers.

— Sam Warren, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Over the past month, however, the benchmark 10-year gilt yield has risen by around 19 basis points, while the longer-term 30-year gilt yield has added around 21 basis points, with both seeing choppy trade in the interim.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 21 July 2026

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