INTERLUDE Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

interlude

noun

ˈin-tər-ˌlüd

Definition of interlude next

as in interval

a break in continuity there was a brief interlude in the performance while the stagehands shifted scenery

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Recent Examples of interlude In addition to these monochrome sequences, the main action is intercut with scenes of AJ that foreshadow a solitary interlude for a committed surfer and artist. —

Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026 After a brief interlude of distracted play, the game got vigorous and testy. —

Chang-Rae Lee, New Yorker, 3 May 2026 The interlude emphasizes just how interior the content of the record is, made up of real moments, people, and feelings. —

Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 2 May 2026 Major Christian tours frequently include interludes in which a pitch is made for a charity, and not all attendees may be aware that the performers receive a share from the pledges that come in during a show. —

Chris Willman, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interlude

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Noun

Several of the largest non-traded BDCs and interval funds began receiving withdrawal requests at rates far beyond what their quarterly redemption structures were designed to handle.

— Steven Dudash, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Last year, even with the field untouched during the half-time show at the Club World Cup final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain, the interval lasted a little over 24 minutes, rather than the usual 15 minutes set out in the Laws of the Game.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 13 May 2026