interrupted

Example Sentences

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He was interrupted by Labour councillor Caroline Phillips, who branded him "ignorant" for his remarks.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

The excitement was interrupted by a sudden power cut in the tunnel that sent the scientists in Zurich scrambling for answers.

From Barron's • 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 2025-26 Broadway season was characterized by long fallow periods interrupted by an onslaught of eagerly awaited openings.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

The interview was interrupted by the voice of Mrs. O’Leary over the intercom.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith