1. periods when a country has no ruler or when normal government is suspended
Usage: plural of interregnum
2. periods of interruption or suspension of normal activity or leadership
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The country experienced several interregnums during the civil war.
• These interregnums created political instability throughout the region.
• The company faced two interregnums between CEOs this year.
• Historical interregnums often led to power struggles among nobles.
• The organization struggled during the interregnums between directors.
• Such interregnums can be dangerous for national security.