Interject

usgb/ˌɪntərˈdʒekt/
verb

To suddenly say something, usually interrupting someone.

She tried to explain but he kept interjecting, not allowing her to finish.
Visual representation of "interject" - To suddenly say something, usually interrupting someone

Often appears as...

  • interject a comment
  • interject a note
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Conversation Flow

Interject is often used when someone interrupts the flow of a conversation without waiting for a pause.

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During the debate, she would interject with facts whenever she found a flaw in his arguments.
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Impoliteness Risk

Frequent interjections may be perceived as rude because they disrupt the speaker.

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While everyone was respectful during the panel discussion, one participant couldn't resist interjecting constantly.
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Emotional Emphasis

Interject can convey urgency or strong emotion when disrupting a conversation.

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In his excitement, he would interject with loud applause and comments.
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