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intervals

NOUN

break, pause

Synonyms

STRONGEST

hiatus intermission interruption layoff lull spell

STRONG

breach comma delay distance downtime five gap interim interlude interregnum lacuna letup meantime opening parenthesis period playtime rest season space ten term time time-out wait while

WEAK

breathing space pausation

Antonyms

STRONGEST

continuation

STRONG

closure

Example Sentences

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He performs songs such as the previously detailed “Death Row,” taking brief intervals to tell stories of his experiences while incarcerated.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

BDCs come in two flavors: the nontraded variety that allow investors to buy or redeem shares during specific intervals, subject to limits; and publicly traded ones that are listed on an exchange.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

The expectation is that all customers will continue to log return visits at regular intervals.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Your investments will be valued at different intervals and will not be liquid on demand.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Her eyes flit over to me and then, when she sees my expression, dart back at regular intervals.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen