1
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
Shouts rang out at regular intervals, sometimes interrupting her mid-flow.
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 6 June 2026
Kesha didn’t stray far from her high-energy start, only using three interludes at separate intervals as opportunities to change into a new attire.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
The war will likely resume at intervals over the next few years, with grave consequences for all concerned.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 4 June 2026
Pierce sausage at frequent intervals with top of a small, pointed knife.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
Repeat this treatment, if needed, at weekly intervals until the ants stop rebuilding.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026
In its latest installment, a greater distance between the characters meant greater intervals between such moments of connection, too.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 June 2026
From 1966 onward, one coup followed another, with only brief intervals of civilian rule, until the return to democracy in 1999.
—ABC News, 31 May 2026
The show also featured an unofficial State Property reunion, with Beanie Sigel, Freeway, Peedi Crakk, Memphis Bleek, and Young Gunz all hopping on the mic at various intervals.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 31 May 2026
Dade Hayes, Deadline, 6 June 2026
Kesha didn’t stray far from her high-energy start, only using three interludes at separate intervals as opportunities to change into a new attire.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
The war will likely resume at intervals over the next few years, with grave consequences for all concerned.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 4 June 2026
Pierce sausage at frequent intervals with top of a small, pointed knife.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
Repeat this treatment, if needed, at weekly intervals until the ants stop rebuilding.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026
In its latest installment, a greater distance between the characters meant greater intervals between such moments of connection, too.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 June 2026
From 1966 onward, one coup followed another, with only brief intervals of civilian rule, until the return to democracy in 1999.
—ABC News, 31 May 2026
The show also featured an unofficial State Property reunion, with Beanie Sigel, Freeway, Peedi Crakk, Memphis Bleek, and Young Gunz all hopping on the mic at various intervals.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intervals
Noun
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Most policies cover trip interruptions only when a government issues an official evacuation order or a destination becomes uninhabitable due to a natural disaster.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Representatives from dozens of agencies, incuding the New Jersey State Police, discussed the potential of cyber attacks, infrastructure interruptions, and infectious diseases.—
Lisa Rozner,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
Noun
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Fill in some of the scientific gaps about our solar system and the universe beyond with us.—
Regina G. Barber,
NPR,
29 May 2026
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Find opportunities for legislative or policy fixes to address gaps in the law that limit the state's ability to intervene effectively.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
Noun
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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.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
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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.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 May 2026
Noun
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After making par on each of the first nine holes, Lopez made her move on the back with four birdies.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Of the more than 40 million annual visitors to the state, about a quarter seek outdoor recreation, including fishing at the state’s extensive network of fishing holes—rivers like the Missouri and Mississippi, as well as more than 2,700 lakes—meaning a stop at Bass Pro is almost always in order.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Noun
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The calculation does not include pauses or responses directed to the speaker.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
1 June 2026
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Student loan payment pauses get harder The OBBBA also phases out some relief options for student loan borrowers who become unemployed or are dealing with an economic hardship.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Tiny hangers-on are tucked into pockets and cavort in crevices.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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Divers have been pushing through tight crevices, with little light or air, and the constant risk that the weather could deteriorate and again flood the cave that rescuers have worked relentlessly to drain.—
Janis Mackey Frayer,
NBC news,
1 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Intervals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intervals. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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