Intermission (noun)

1. A break or pause in a performance or event.
2. A short period of time between two parts of a performance or event.

Origin:

From the latin word intermissio, from inter- (between) + missio (sending).

Examples:

1. The intermission was a welcome break for the audience, who were able to stretch their legs and grab a drink.
2. During the intermission, the actors took a break and prepared for the second act.
3. I"m sorry I"m late, I got stuck in traffic and missed the intermission.
4. The concert had a 20-minute intermission between the first and second set.
5. She was anxious to know what was going to happen next, so she didn't want to leave during the intermission.