intercept
verb (used with object)
to take, seize, or halt (someone or something on the way from one place to another); cut off from an intended destination.
have intercepted
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present perfectof intercept.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The kingdom’s air defenses have intercepted at least 457 drones, 40 ballistic missiles and seven cruise missiles since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 19, 2026
The U.A.E.’s air defenses have intercepted better than 90% of 1,700 or so drones and more than 300 ballistic missiles detected since the attacks began.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 18, 2026
Missile defense systems have intercepted the majority of missiles and drones, but those that have squeaked through are wreaking havoc External link.
From Barron's ● Mar. 4, 2026
US and British warships in the region have intercepted some missiles but they have resisted attacking targets in Yemen itself.
From BBC ● Jan. 3, 2024
If Mr. Guareschi had been in the halls trying to track down Sycorax and Caliban, he might have intercepted him.
From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt
