Definition
Barge-in is the ability of a voice agent to detect and respond when a caller interrupts while the agent is still speaking, pausing its own speech to yield the floor, just as humans do.
Why it matters
Barge-in support makes conversations feel natural and polite, a key sign of a high-quality voice agent.
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