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intermission
intermission
Noun
pl: intermissions
This term describes a deliberate gap in continuity, often associated with the structured pacing of a theatrical production. It carries a connotation of relief or transition, providing a necessary window for the audience to reset or for the performers to change sets.
When used outside of the arts, it describes a cessation of action that is typically temporary and often strategic. It implies that the activity will resume, distinguishing it from a permanent conclusion or a total stop.