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
During a papal interregnum, all leaders of the Vatican offices cease to carry out their work aside from the camerlengo and two others.
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Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2025
The interregnum is an opportune moment for analysts and policymakers to pursue novel ideas about America’s role in the world, but Lieven leaves his reader wanting.
—Harpers Magazine, 26 Mar. 2025
Yet Donald Trump went largely unmentioned, a departure from previous Oscar ceremonies during his first term and the interregnum between his administrations when the 45th president was repeatedly called out.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 2 Mar. 2025
Trump spent weeks during the interregnum publicly indulging in neocolonial fantasies for his second term.
—Lawrence B.a. Hatter / Made By History, TIME, 4 Feb. 2025
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Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2025
The interregnum is an opportune moment for analysts and policymakers to pursue novel ideas about America’s role in the world, but Lieven leaves his reader wanting.
—Harpers Magazine, 26 Mar. 2025
Yet Donald Trump went largely unmentioned, a departure from previous Oscar ceremonies during his first term and the interregnum between his administrations when the 45th president was repeatedly called out.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 2 Mar. 2025
Trump spent weeks during the interregnum publicly indulging in neocolonial fantasies for his second term.
—Lawrence B.a. Hatter / Made By History, TIME, 4 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interregnum
Noun
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Dedicate regular time, even short intervals, specifically for inquiry and reflection.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Sarr had also headed over the crossbar from a set piece before the interval.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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That contrasts with semi-automatic rifles, which allow the shooter to pull the trigger and quickly fire again without interruption.—
Davis Winkie,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Customers who endure more than six sustained power interruptions longer than 5 minutes in one year are also eligible for the $42 outage credit.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Day-Lewis ended his eight-year hiatus to star in Anemone, the directorial debut of his 27-year-old son, Ronan.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Sep. 2025
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CliftonFest After a six-year hiatus, CliftonFest is coming back to celebrate the richness of the local arts scene and culture.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Sep. 2025
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Companies are increasingly stepping into roles traditionally held by colleges, universities, and trade schools, creating their own certification programs to address skill gaps that formal education hasn't filled.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Frustrations have been mounting among young people in Nepal over the country's unemployment and wealth gap.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
10 Sep. 2025
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Here's more on what needs to happen in Lansing, and what teachers are doing in the interim.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Chicago Public Schools interim CEO Macquline King has presented the most responsible budget possible under current conditions, especially considering the strong influence of the Chicago Teachers Union and a mayor committed to prioritizing union interests over all other considerations.—
Paul Vallas,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Interregnum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interregnum. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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