as in intervals
a break in continuity
there was a brief interlude in the performance while the stagehands shifted scenery
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Recent Examples of interludes
Major Christian tours frequently include interludes in which a pitch is made for a charity, and not all attendees may be aware that the performers receive a share from the pledges that come in during a show.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026
Elaborate stages are built for the camera close-ups as much as the crowd, often featuring prefab cinematic interludes, ornately detailed costumes, titillating dance moves and surreal, maximalist graphics.
—Andrea Domanick, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Jean-Baptiste, who trained as a cellist, arranges his songs—some of which are barely over a minute long—like a chamber cycle punctuated with interludes.
—Emma Madden, Pitchfork, 14 Apr. 2026
Where Beyoncé added poetic interludes between songs, in Songs from the Hole, the audience learns about Jacobs' story and how his music spiritually liberates him while simultaneously being among the reasons officials cited for not granting him parole.
—Kara Frame, NPR, 12 Mar. 2026
Much will depend on which movies end up winning, what sorts of acceptance speeches are delivered, and whether producers have made the right choices about things like clip packages and musical interludes.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
Its psychedelic interludes exist to snap back into satisfying rhythms.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
Some of these interludes of creative clash are funny, but the joke runs dry fairly quickly.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
The band also provided musical interludes for costume and set changes, which was a refreshing alternative to the often surreal videos that K-pop groups rely on.
—Todd Inoue, San Francisco Chronicle, 23 Jan. 2026
Chris Willman, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026
Elaborate stages are built for the camera close-ups as much as the crowd, often featuring prefab cinematic interludes, ornately detailed costumes, titillating dance moves and surreal, maximalist graphics.
—Andrea Domanick, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Jean-Baptiste, who trained as a cellist, arranges his songs—some of which are barely over a minute long—like a chamber cycle punctuated with interludes.
—Emma Madden, Pitchfork, 14 Apr. 2026
Where Beyoncé added poetic interludes between songs, in Songs from the Hole, the audience learns about Jacobs' story and how his music spiritually liberates him while simultaneously being among the reasons officials cited for not granting him parole.
—Kara Frame, NPR, 12 Mar. 2026
Much will depend on which movies end up winning, what sorts of acceptance speeches are delivered, and whether producers have made the right choices about things like clip packages and musical interludes.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
Its psychedelic interludes exist to snap back into satisfying rhythms.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
Some of these interludes of creative clash are funny, but the joke runs dry fairly quickly.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
The band also provided musical interludes for costume and set changes, which was a refreshing alternative to the often surreal videos that K-pop groups rely on.
—Todd Inoue, San Francisco Chronicle, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interludes
Noun
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McCarthy has a deft way with crafting suspense in his script, leading with character first, planting conversational bombs that go off at intervals throughout the plot.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
2 May 2026
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McCarthy has a deft way with crafting suspense in his script, leading with character first, planting conversational bombs that go off at intervals throughout the plot.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
1 May 2026
Noun
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The system can process harder requests, manage interruptions, and continue conversations naturally.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 May 2026
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Construction on the people mover was initially supposed to be substantially complete by December 2018, and service interruptions were supposed to be kept to a minimum during construction.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Over nearly two decades, BIGBANG has weathered member departures, legal controversies, and years-long hiatuses.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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More than half of the interview subjects self-funded their hiatuses.—
Colleen Newvine,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Business major Andrea Lui found the chatbot’s voice to be surprisingly human, but the conversation felt choppy with odd pauses.—
Jocelyn Gecker,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Business major Andrea Lui found the chatbot’s voice to be surprisingly human, but the conversation felt choppy with odd pauses.—
Jocelyn Gecker,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Ground covers can suppress weeds, protect topsoil from erosion and drought, and fill empty gaps between stepping stones, pavers, and barren ground.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
1 May 2026
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To reduce gaps in funding and improve reserve levels long-term, the city manager will present options to consider at upcoming budget study sessions, which are open to the public.—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
1 May 2026
Noun
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There will also be two short intermissions.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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Newport’s skillful direction drives the more than 3½-hour play (including two intermissions), making every minute count.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Interludes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interludes. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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