intermission

[US]/ˌɪntəˈmɪʃn/
[UK]/ˌɪntərˈmɪʃn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a pause or break; a break between acts of a play or performance (during which people are sent out for refreshments or to rest)

Phrases & Collocations

brief intermission

Example Sentences

a concert with the usual 15-minute intermission;

he was granted an intermission in his studies.

During the intermission, you can grab some snacks.

The theater had a short intermission between acts.

Let's meet at the lobby during the intermission.

She used the intermission to stretch her legs.

The intermission allowed the audience to use the restroom.

The intermission is a good time to chat with friends.

The intermission music was soothing and relaxing.

The play had a 15-minute intermission.

During the intermission, the actors prepared for the next act.

The intermission allowed the audience to stretch and move around.

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