Intermission (Noun)
Meaning 1
A time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
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Meaning 2
The act of suspending activity temporarily.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The concert had an intermission after the third song so the lead singer could take a break.
- The teacher asked for a short intermission between lectures so students could grab a snack from the cafeteria.
- There will be an intermission of about 20 minutes before the main course is served.
- After three quarters, the teams agreed on an intermission to discuss strategy before the final leg of the competition.
- A sudden rain storm caused an unplanned intermission in the outdoor festival, forcing the performers to seek shelter.