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as in interruptions
a break in continuity
there were intervals of thousands of years between the major ice ages
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as in gaps
an open space in a barrier (as a wall or hedge)
unable to find my way out of the maze, I cheated and squeezed through a convenient interval in the hedge
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Recent Examples of intervals
Jimenez’s ‘Si Senor’ song was belted out at regular intervals and fans would have been encouraged to hear the Mexican, speaking after the game, open up the prospect of a return to Wolves when his Fulham contract expires this summer.
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Steve Madeley, New York Times, 18 May 2026
Buses run daily at around 15-minute intervals.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
In Chance’s presentation, the actors freeze in place during these intervals as lights briefly blink out, replaced with muted fluorescent-like illumination.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
Sow cilantro seeds at intervals in spring and late summer to provide a continuous supply of tasty foliage followed by the beneficial blooms.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
The little details are also covered—ice water delivered at regular intervals by beach staff, as well as complimentary kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and snorkel gear, making a spontaneous adventure easy to come by.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Route 37 will have stops at 30-minute intervals instead of 15 minutes between the Airport Station and Douglas Road Station on weekdays and Saturdays, and 40 minutes instead of 20 minutes on Sundays due to low ridership.
—Joshua Ceballos, Miami Herald, 5 May 2026
Potted zucchini do better with diluted applications of liquid fertilizer applied at regular intervals.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2026
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
Steve Madeley, New York Times, 18 May 2026
Buses run daily at around 15-minute intervals.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
In Chance’s presentation, the actors freeze in place during these intervals as lights briefly blink out, replaced with muted fluorescent-like illumination.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
Sow cilantro seeds at intervals in spring and late summer to provide a continuous supply of tasty foliage followed by the beneficial blooms.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
The little details are also covered—ice water delivered at regular intervals by beach staff, as well as complimentary kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and snorkel gear, making a spontaneous adventure easy to come by.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Route 37 will have stops at 30-minute intervals instead of 15 minutes between the Airport Station and Douglas Road Station on weekdays and Saturdays, and 40 minutes instead of 20 minutes on Sundays due to low ridership.
—Joshua Ceballos, Miami Herald, 5 May 2026
Potted zucchini do better with diluted applications of liquid fertilizer applied at regular intervals.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intervals
Noun
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Klaus talks to his sister in California on an elegant brass and Bakelite 1940s telephone (the props are divine throughout), complete with operator interruptions.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
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Residents can generally expect to use household electrical appliances without interruptions, according to the company.—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
12 May 2026
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That means closing gaps quickly, improving leadership alignment and ensuring teams are focused on what drives results.—
Sue Mysko,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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One of the most glaring gaps lies between the infrared and millimeter-wavelength radio observations, but the Probe Far-Infrared Mission for Astrophysics (PRIMA) would fill much of it.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
15 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
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Alex Smalley at least gets a head start thanks to his sublime play on the back nine at Aronimink Golf Club, with six birdies over his last 10 holes for a 2-under 68 and a two-shot lead.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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If your tree is in a lawn, poke 6-inch deep holes around the drip line and pour the fertilizer into them.—
Rachel Silva,
Martha Stewart,
17 May 2026
Noun
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There are also sections called a Cup of Tea with Meg, conversational pauses that feel like sitting across from someone who is not trying to sell you anything.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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More often than not, the request gets the big kids’ attention, and chaos ceases (pauses) as the three of them roll around singing while Marc and I stand in the doorway kvelling.—
Risa Polansky Shiman,
Sun Sentinel,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Prevent Crickets From Returning Indoors Crickets often enter the home through small cracks and crevices, so prevention starts with sealing those entry points.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
16 May 2026
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Designed to crawl through tight crevices or trudge across rough terrain, X-Humanoid says they’re being built for jobs that humans would rather not do.—
Mithil Aggarwal,
NBC news,
15 May 2026
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“Intervals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intervals. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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