as in interval
a break in continuity
an awkward intermission between speeches
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Recent Examples of intermission
Leonard continued the pivotal spurt immediately after intermission, as the visitors scored the half’s first six points to extend their run to 17-3.
Despite holding the lead throughout the second half, the Clippers never led by more than 10 points.
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Staff and News Service Reports, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2025
The Huskies were able to get to intermission with the 1-1 tie, but were out-shot 17-6.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2025
Hawks teammates didn’t know before Maroon made the announcement himself Saturday during an intermission interview with broadcaster Darren Pang in St. Louis, Maroon’s hometown.
—Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2025
While attempting to solve the case, the duo must learn how to partner despite Park’s never-ending skepticism of Cupp’s methods and Cupp’s commitment to stay true to herself, even if that means having brief intermissions for birding.
—Lexy Perez, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Mar. 2025
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Staff and News Service Reports, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2025
The Huskies were able to get to intermission with the 1-1 tie, but were out-shot 17-6.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2025
Hawks teammates didn’t know before Maroon made the announcement himself Saturday during an intermission interview with broadcaster Darren Pang in St. Louis, Maroon’s hometown.
—Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2025
While attempting to solve the case, the duo must learn how to partner despite Park’s never-ending skepticism of Cupp’s methods and Cupp’s commitment to stay true to herself, even if that means having brief intermissions for birding.
—Lexy Perez, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intermission
Noun
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Add skipping intervals to your runs or walks: To add some variety during a walk or run, incorporate a few skipping intervals.—
The New York Times,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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Borrowers are on the hook for interest payments, either at periodic intervals (usually every six months), or at the end of the agreement, when they are required to repay the obligation in full.—
Jennifer Morris,
Mercury News,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Starting just seconds into her remarks, and every few minutes over the next hour, some half a dozen attendees either waved signs or shouted interruptions.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
16 Apr. 2025
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During a hold, students remain in their classrooms and instruction continues without interruption, according to Giardino.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Ahead of the American Music Awards’ return from a two-year hiatus on Memorial Day, the awards show has shared the complete list of nominations for its 2025 ceremony.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
23 Apr. 2025
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Hosted by Jennifer Lopez, the awards show will make its return on Memorial Day after a two-year hiatus.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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This marks the end of a yearslong pause that began at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Apr. 2025
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Schedule pauses, reflection time or even walks to reset your mind.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Goosed by a couple gratuitous interludes of gory amateur surgery, the movie is eventful, with a high body count.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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On the original album, the title track is a brief, reflective interlude, played as a solo-free duet between Jarrett on piano and Jan Garbarek on tenor.—
Hank Shteamer,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Intermission.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intermission. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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