interrupt
verb (used with object)
to cause or make a break in the continuity or uniformity of (a course, process, condition, etc.).
had interrupted
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past perfectof interrupt.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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CEO Julie Sweet told analysts the Iran conflict had interrupted business in the region and caused ripple effects beyond it, as the war prompted corporate clients to tighten discretionary spending.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026
He had interrupted a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace and went back there for what he called a "tête à tête dinner" after the interview.
From BBC ● Mar. 27, 2025
Noem posted on social media afterward that Brennan had interrupted her too much during their interview.
From Slate ● May 6, 2024
At the 1974 Academy Awards, a streaker had interrupted David Niven introducing presenter Elizabeth Taylor, who stumbled over her lines, then announced “The Sting” as the winner.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 8, 2024
If I were being completely honest, I was more than a little relieved that the horn had interrupted him.
From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon
