Phrases Phrases for Handling Interruptions

Excuse the interruption, but...

C2

Meaning

A formal way to apologize for interrupting.

Example sentences

John: '...and this strategy will...'

Alice: 'Excuse the interruption, but... I have urgent news regarding the project.'

John: 'Excuse the interruption, but... I have a pressing matter to discuss.'

Alice: '...that's the summary of the latest developments.'