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brief interruption

[brief ˌɪn.tə.ˈrʌp.ʃən]
nounpl: brief interruptions
breve interrupção
1. A short pause or break in continuity of an action, speech, or process
We had a brief interruption during the meeting when the fire alarm went off.
Tivemos uma breve interrupção durante a reunião quando o alarme de incêndio disparou.
2. A momentary disturbance or obstruction that does not last long
There was a brief interruption in the internet service this morning.
Houve uma breve interrupção no serviço de internet esta manhã.
Synonyms
short breakmomentary pausequick disruptiontemporary haltfleeting interruption
Antonyms
continuous flowuninterrupted serviceprolonged interruptionextended break

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
breve interrupção
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
breve interrupção / rápida interrupção
Both terms commonly used
São Paulo
breve interrupção
Standard formal usage
Portugal
breve interrupção / curta interrupção
Both acceptable; 'curta' also used for 'short'

Related Idioms & Phrases

a break in the action
a pause in proceedings
temporarily interrupted service
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