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interject

Transitive VerbIntransitive Verb
past: interjectedpp: interjecteding: interjecting

This term describes the act of inserting a remark into a conversation, often characterized by a sudden or abrupt quality. It carries a nuance of precision, suggesting a brief insertion rather than a long-winded takeover of the discussion. While it can be neutral, it often implies a slight disruption of the existing flow of speech. In written contexts, it refers to the placement of a comment or an aside within a larger narrative or argument. This usage emphasizes the structural addition of a thought that deviates from the primary line of reasoning.

Meanings

Transitive Verb
[~ something]

To say something abruptly or suddenly, often as an interruption in a conversation or a piece of writing.

"He tried to interject a comment before the speaker finished the sentence."

Intransitive Verb
[~]

To interrupt a conversation by inserting a remark or a comment.

"She waited for a pause in the argument to interject."

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