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intermezzo

/ɪntərˈmɛtsoʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does intermezzo mean?

noun

A short musical composition, typically played between movements of a larger work, or a brief pause or interlude in a conversation or activity. In music, an intermezzo is often a lyrical or expressive piece.

Example

"The conductor took a brief intermezzo to adjust the orchestra's tuning before the final movement."

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