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

Example Sentences

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intercepted

That was intercepted and returned for an 80-yard touchdown.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026

He said nearly 95% of small boats were intercepted by the UK Border Force.

From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026

Jordan's army said it had intercepted eight missiles, without stating their origin.

From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 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

“Thank goodness someone reported the notes to Mr. Tushman yesterday, and he opened Auggie’s locker and intercepted them before Auggie ever saw them.”

From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio