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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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2
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
On a fickle morning in Miami—the kind where patches of sunshine give way to intervals of torrential rain—Learner Tien has taken shelter deep inside Hard Rock Stadium, the obliging home of the Dolphins, a Formula 1 Grand Prix, and, at the moment, the Miami Open.
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Jake Nevins,
Vogue,
25 June 2026
Both are big enough to wander through, with hammocks strung at intervals and Adirondack chairs scattered throughout.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
Under current federal rules, many bridges must be inspected in, at most, 24-month intervals.
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Alex Krasnok,
Scientific American,
25 June 2026
Mowing at regular intervals based on plant growth makes your ongoing maintenance faster and easier and ensures your lawn remains healthy and vibrant.
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
Instead of constant swapping, owners deal with refill schedules and cartridge replacement cycles longer intervals, but more structured.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Participants performed four basic movements for 30 seconds each, separated by 30-second rest intervals.
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Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
Meteor showers occur annually or at regular intervals as Earth passes through the dusty debris left by comets and asteroids, according to NASA.
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Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
22 June 2026
Lower-risk bridges with lighter traffic and sound materials may qualify for longer intervals.
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Alex Krasnok,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
Jake Nevins,
Vogue,
25 June 2026
Both are big enough to wander through, with hammocks strung at intervals and Adirondack chairs scattered throughout.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
Under current federal rules, many bridges must be inspected in, at most, 24-month intervals.
—
Alex Krasnok,
Scientific American,
25 June 2026
Mowing at regular intervals based on plant growth makes your ongoing maintenance faster and easier and ensures your lawn remains healthy and vibrant.
—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
Instead of constant swapping, owners deal with refill schedules and cartridge replacement cycles longer intervals, but more structured.
—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Participants performed four basic movements for 30 seconds each, separated by 30-second rest intervals.
—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
Meteor showers occur annually or at regular intervals as Earth passes through the dusty debris left by comets and asteroids, according to NASA.
—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
22 June 2026
Lower-risk bridges with lighter traffic and sound materials may qualify for longer intervals.
—
Alex Krasnok,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intervals
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If interruptions throw you off, step away briefly and return composed.
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The signature tonneau silhouette is reimagined not as a single uninterrupted curve but as a constructed surface, broken into sharp transitions, layered planes and asymmetrical interruptions that radically alter its form.
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Rissetto used her own dad, Michel Arteaga, to depict the nation's health literacy gaps.
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Despite some large gaps heading into Friday, legislative Democrats and the governor had already closed several other ones.
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Despite his enduring success, Rollins was never quite satisfied with his art, occasionally taking lengthy hiatuses from playing and consistently adopting eclectic new styles.
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Despite his enduring success, Rollins was never quite satisfied with his art, occasionally taking lengthy hiatuses from playing and consistently adopting eclectic new styles.
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After shooting 1-over 71 on Saturday, James made bogey on his final two holes and finished Sunday’s final round at 3-over 73.
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On a building near where the shooting occurred, bullet holes were seen on its facade, including a crack in an apartment window.
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The two mid-half pauses for hydration (and advertisements) have been met with increasingly loud boos from crowds who are frustrated at FIFA turning matches into de facto four-quarter affairs.
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The pauses have also been criticized for interrupting the spectacle for fans, with broadcasters cutting to commercials.
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This involves sealing all cracks, crevices and entry points with materials that won't degrade over time.
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How to Use Diatomaceous Earth Outdoors To use diatomaceous earth outdoors, apply a fine layer to the perimeter of the patio or garden, paying special attention to any cracks and crevices in your walkways or patio.
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“Intervals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intervals. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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