Intermission
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Theatrical Use
Intermission is especially common in plays and operas as a fixed break. The two-act play had an intermission after the first hour.
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Stretch Legs
Use the intermission in live events to stand, stretch, or refresh yourself. Let's stretch our legs during the intermission.
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Refreshments Time
Intermissions are often used to buy snacks or drinks in a theatre setting. They sold ice cream during the intermission at the ballet.