Interrupted Meaning in English
word · lemma: interrupt
Definition
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.
Usage & Nuances
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.
Example Sentences
She felt annoyed when her story was interrupted.
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The movie was interrupted by a phone call.
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Our meeting was interrupted several times.
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Sorry, I interrupted you. Please finish your point.
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The internet connection kept getting interrupted during the call.
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He hates being interrupted when he's deep in thought.
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