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Interludes

Verb / ˈɪntɜ:ˌlu:dz / Another word for interludes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Interludes are short periods of time or breaks between two main events or activities.

Synonyms & similar words

interlude intermezzo entracte intervals breaks pauses rests interruptions intermissions breathers interims hiatuses lulls respite gaps adjournments recesses stopovers time-outs intervallics layovers interventions reliefs

Example sentences

  1. The interludes between classes allowed the students to have a quick snack.
  2. We had interludes during the concert where the musicians took a short break.
  3. In the story, the interludes gave the readers more information about the characters.
  4. The movie had interludes of funny commercials between the main scenes.
  5. During the interludes, the audience could stretch their legs and visit the concession stands.

Quotes

  • The interludes of a play are like the parentheses of a sentence.
  • In the interludes of life, take a moment to appreciate the beauty around you.
  • Interludes are the punctuation marks that make the story of life more interesting.

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