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to interrupt
01
to stop or pause a process, activity, etc. temporarily
Transitive: to interrupt a process or activity
Example
She interrupted the meeting to ask a question.
He interrupted the lecture to clarify a point.
The phone call interrupted our conversation.
02
to disturb or disrupt the calmness or serenity of a situation or person
Transitive: to interrupt sb/sth
Example
A sudden argument interrupted the peaceful dinner, leaving everyone uncomfortable.
The sirens interrupted the otherwise peaceful night in the city.
The unexpected phone call interrupted the calm of the afternoon.
03
to stop someone from speaking by speaking or acting before they finish
Transitive: to interrupt sb
Example
The teacher interrupted the student to correct a misunderstanding.
Interrupting the speaker, she asked a question that could n’t wait.
Please do n’t interrupt me while I ’m explaining this concept.
04
to disrupt or break the continuous flow or smoothness of something
Transitive: to interrupt sth
Example
A colorful painting on the wall interrupted the otherwise dull decor.
The tree roots interrupted the sidewalk, creating uneven surfaces.
A small dent interrupted the smooth surface of the car door.
Interrupt
01
a signal that temporarily stops the execution of a program so that another procedure can be carried out
