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

Heading into the final 20 minutes, with the match evenly poised 19-17 in Canada's favour, England winger Jess Breach's eyes lit up as she intercepted a pass from Justine Pelletier.

From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026

The Saudi military said it intercepted and destroyed four drones in the eastern part of its territory.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2026

Although there was nothing in the files to indicate MI5 tapped his phone or intercepted his mail, some wondered why they were watching him at all.

From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026

Safety Quentin Lake intercepted a pass for a defense that was without All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie because of a groin injury.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2026

She shoots me an awkward wave, and I start walking toward her—but I’m intercepted by Alice Spier.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli

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