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intercept

[in-ter-sept, in-ter-sept] / ˌɪn tərˈsɛpt, ˈɪn tərˌsɛpt /
VERB
head off; interrupt
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ambush arrest block catch cut off deflect hijack prevent seize stop take away
STRONG
appropriate check curb hinder interlope interpose obstruct shortstop take
WEAK
cut in head off at pass make off with
Antonyms
STRONGEST
allow encourage free give let go release
STRONG
aid assist help keep permit promote refuse reject
WEAK
abet forward

Example Sentences

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Kuwait's military said its air defences were working to intercept missiles and drones fired towards the Gulf nation's territory.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

We have one of the world’s most effective defense shields and intercept more than 95% of these attacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

The incidents happened on Wednesday night shortly after Israel's military said it was "working to intercept" an Iranian missile attack.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

"Not only air defence but also capabilities to intercept speed boats and surface drones, and to detect mines would be required."

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

This apparatus enabled him to intercept a few coherent messages in the midst of a deafening roar from across the sea.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.