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Interrupt

Definitions and Usage

1. Noun

A pause or break in a process, activity, or conversation.

The phone call was an unexpected interrupt during our meeting.

2. Verb

To stop or hinder the progress of something by causing a disruption.

The loud noise interrupted my concentration while I was studying.

3. Verb

To intrude on someone's conversation or activity by interjecting or speaking out of turn.

Please do not interrupt while others are speaking in the class.

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