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