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Term: Interruption

Description:

Interruption refers to the act of breaking into or disturbing a process, activity, or speech, causing a discontinuity or disruption. It can occur in various settings and can have both positive and negative implications depending on the context.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun:

In the sense of a break or pause in a process.

• He couldn't finish the task due to frequent interruptions.
• The power outage caused an interruption in the live broadcast.
• The phone call was an unwelcome interruption during their meeting.

2. Noun:

In the sense of an act of distracting or diverting attention.

• The sudden interruption by the doorbell disrupted his concentration.
• The baby's cries were constant interruptions during their conversation.
• During the lecture, the student's constant interruptions annoyed the professor.

3. Verb (Transitive):

In the sense of breaking into or disturbing a conversation or activity.

• I apologize for interrupting, but I have a question.
• She often interrupts her colleagues while they are speaking.
• Their intense argument interrupted the peaceful atmosphere of the room.

4. Verb (Intransitive):

In the sense of temporarily stopping or pausing an ongoing process.

• The radio signal was weak and kept interrupting during the show.
• The internet connection frequently interrupts, causing frustration.
• His loud coughing constantly interrupted the silent reading time.

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