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Interlude

usgb/ˈɪntərluːd/Volume
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A short break or period of time in the middle of something.

We will have an interlude for 15 minutes, then continue our meeting.
Often appears as...
short interlude
musical interlude
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Short DurationPlay
An interlude is temporarily brief, separating sections of longer activity. SlideAfter a two-hour debate, they took a five-minute interlude.
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Use in SpeechPlay
Use 'interlude' to indicate a short pause when speaking to give clarity. SlideLet's take a brief interlude before we tackle the next topic.
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Neutral TonePlay
'Interlude' is usually neutral and doesn't imply the reason for the break. SlideThere will be a 15-minute interlude in the workshop for refreshments.