interlude

/ˈɪntərˌlud/
noun
  1. A short period of time between two events or activities, often used for rest or a change of pace.
    • She took a musical interlude to relax before studying for her exam.
    • The rain provided a brief interlude in our outdoor game.
    • After a busy morning of meetings, we enjoyed a peaceful interlude for lunch.
  2. A short piece of music or performance that is played between parts of a longer work, such as a play, opera, or concert.
    • During the interlude, the audience listened to a soft piano melody.
    • The orchestra played a beautiful interlude between the two acts of the play.
    • The band's interlude gave the singers a chance to change costumes.
  3. A temporary period of a different kind of activity or experience within a longer period.
    • The peaceful interlude in the countryside was a welcome break from city life.
    • His career as a teacher was an interlude before he became a full-time writer.
    • Their romantic interlude ended when they had to return to their jobs.
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