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Interrupted Meaning in English

word · lemma: interrupt

/ˌɪntɝˈəptɪd/
in-tur-UHP-tid
/ˌɪntəɹˈʌptɪd/
in-tuh-RUP-tid

Definición

Stopped or broken off for a while by something happening in the middle; usually refers to when someone or something breaks the flow of an action, event, or conversation.

Uso & Matices

Common in both formal and informal settings; often used for conversations ('I was interrupted'), plans, or activities. Collocates with 'meeting', 'speech', 'show', 'service'. The adjective describes something that was not allowed to finish smoothly.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

She felt annoyed when her story was interrupted.

basic

The movie was interrupted by a phone call.

basic

Our meeting was interrupted several times.

basic

Sorry, I interrupted you. Please finish your point.

natural

The internet connection kept getting interrupted during the call.

natural

He hates being interrupted when he's deep in thought.

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