The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word GLOTTAL
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More clues leading to the result GLOTTAL
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The straight part
We know that "An interruption like this is in the air" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case an interruption like this is in the air = glottal.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does GLOTTAL mean?
GLOTTAL noun- A sound made with the glottis
- Of or relating to the glottis.
- Articulated with the glottis.