"To interrupt this cycle" means to stop a pattern or sequence of events from continuing in order to create a change or break the cycle. Full definition
They seek to interrupt the cycle of poverty by providing low - income children with access to high - quality educational options that will boost their chances of long - term success. (educationnext.org)
Through the transformation of education policy, I will interrupt the cycle where young people have been unable to fulfill their potential. (educationworld.com)
Sometimes they can be used as an interim measure to interrupt the cycle of behavior at the same time other less harmful remedies are being attempted. (healthypets.mercola.com)