Interceptions Meaning in English
word · lemma: interception
Definition
'Interceptions' are acts of stopping or catching something before it reaches its intended place, often used in sports or in situations like stopping information or messages.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in sports (especially in American football for stopping passes), law enforcement, and communication (intercepting messages). In sports, 'interceptions' are counted as a statistic. Not used for physical barriers; more about actively taking or stopping something.
Example Sentences
There were two interceptions in the game yesterday.
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The police made several interceptions of stolen goods.
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Military interceptions can prevent enemy communication.
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His quick reaction led to multiple interceptions during the match.
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All phone interceptions require a court order.
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The team’s defense relied on timely interceptions to win the game.
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