intercepted

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

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intercepted

Taiwan customs officials intercepted 56 servers, which were intended for shipment to Japan.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026

Taiwan customs officials intercepted 56 of the servers, while 74 of the servers were shipped to China through Hong Kong and Indonesia.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026

Cam Lampkin intercepted and broke up passes during training camp and appeared positioned for a shot at moving from the practice squad to the roster.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026

It also said its terms and conditions make clear that radio signals may be intercepted, and it advises customers not to transmit sensitive or personal information over radio or public networks.

From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026

She intercepted Chaol as soon as she crossed the line of chalk.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas