1
as in intervals
a break in continuity
an interruption in cable service during the lightning storm
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in pauses
a momentary halt in an activity
a brief interruption in the discussion while we all got coffee
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of interruptions
The result can be a more consistent connection, fewer interruptions and less of that infuriating mid-episode quality drop.
—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
These are arranged in a 2+1 redundant, Tier III-compliant setup that prevents power interruptions through battery-to-generator transitions.
—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 June 2026
Advocates say that a longer supply will reduce interruptions in treatment.
—
Ben Szalinski,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
If interruptions throw you off, step away briefly and return composed.
—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
26 June 2026
Yet caregivers are inundated with alarms, alerts and interruptions, many of which do not require action.
—
Julia Strandberg,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
The breakdown came after years of increasingly frequent complaints about train delays and service interruptions.
—
ABC News,
24 June 2026
Community members repeatedly told the Fort Worth school district to reinstate former principal Shayma Alzubi — with a few interruptions — during a board meeting Tuesday.
—
Ciara McCarthy 24,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 June 2026
Experts also suggested making lists, turning off phone notifications, and minimizing the number of open browser tabs to reduce interruptions.
—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
24 June 2026
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
These are arranged in a 2+1 redundant, Tier III-compliant setup that prevents power interruptions through battery-to-generator transitions.
—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 June 2026
Advocates say that a longer supply will reduce interruptions in treatment.
—
Ben Szalinski,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
If interruptions throw you off, step away briefly and return composed.
—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
26 June 2026
Yet caregivers are inundated with alarms, alerts and interruptions, many of which do not require action.
—
Julia Strandberg,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
The breakdown came after years of increasingly frequent complaints about train delays and service interruptions.
—
ABC News,
24 June 2026
Community members repeatedly told the Fort Worth school district to reinstate former principal Shayma Alzubi — with a few interruptions — during a board meeting Tuesday.
—
Ciara McCarthy 24,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 June 2026
Experts also suggested making lists, turning off phone notifications, and minimizing the number of open browser tabs to reduce interruptions.
—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interruptions
Noun
-
When asked to run similar projections while modeling for factors such as return variability, family income and investor behavior, Morningstar showcases a more subdued picture of financial health for account holders at the same intervals.
-
NayaDaya's approach uses a three-question survey conducted in waves during integration (typically 1-2 days after closing, then at recurring intervals).
Noun
-
The itinerary also builds in natural pauses, from ferries and viewpoints to kayaking, biking, hiking and fjord activities.
-
His health problems resembled a fall down a long flight of stairs, with pauses at several landings.
Noun
-
Despite his enduring success, Rollins was never quite satisfied with his art, occasionally taking lengthy hiatuses from playing and consistently adopting eclectic new styles.
-
Despite his enduring success, Rollins was never quite satisfied with his art, occasionally taking lengthy hiatuses from playing and consistently adopting eclectic new styles.
Noun
-
Atmospheric warming is diminishing wildfires’ nighttime lulls.
-
Yes, there were lulls, to be sure.
Noun
-
The city also stands to face future budget gaps of over $7 billion next year and over $9 billion the year after, per City Hall’s numbers.
-
Mercury stations retrograde in Cancer in your 6th House of Work and Wellness, bringing attention to schedules, systems, health habits, chores, and process gaps.
Cite this Entry
“Interruptions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interruptions. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
