fragmented interruption
[FRAG-men-tid in-tuh-RUP-shun]
nounpl: fragmented interruptions
interrupção fragmentada
1. A discontinuous break or pause in continuity, communication, or flow, characterized by disconnected or incomplete segments rather than a single unified disruption
The fragmented interruption of the conference call made it difficult to follow the presentation.
A interrupção fragmentada da videoconferência dificultou o acompanhamento da apresentação.
2. Multiple or repeated brief disruptions that occur in scattered intervals, creating a disjointed or broken pattern
The writer struggled with fragmented interruptions from notifications throughout the day.
O escritor lutou contra interrupções fragmentadas de notificações ao longo do dia.
3. In psychology or neurology, a condition where attention or consciousness is broken into disconnected pieces
Patients with ADHD often experience fragmented interruptions in their ability to maintain focus.
Pacientes com TDAH frequentemente experimentam interrupções fragmentadas em sua capacidade de manter o foco.
This term is increasingly used in modern workplace contexts in both Brazil and the USA, particularly when discussing remote work challenges, digital communication interruptions, and attention management. In Brazilian corporate culture, it's commonly referenced when discussing workplace productivity and the impact of technology on focus.
NYC Slang
scattered interruptions / choppy breaks
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