interrupted

Example Sentences

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When speaking about his own work, he sometimes interrupted himself with an arresting scream.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Mr. Preston started to respond, and Mr. Hamlin interrupted: “Can we just hug it out?”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

The mostly smooth ride was only interrupted when an oncoming vehicle veered into the wrong lane, forcing the car to stop suddenly.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

The showpiece match was briefly interrupted in the third frame when a female spectator jumped over the barrier on the front row.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

It was clutching half a hazelnut in its paws, and looked up peevishly at being interrupted.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver