1. A state machine engine, comprising: a state machine lattice comprising a plurality of configurable elements each comprising a plurality of memory cells, wherein the plurality of configurable elements are configured to analyze data and to output a result of the analysis, wherein the state machine engine is configured to halt the analysis upon receipt of an instruction for interruption of operation of the state machine engine; and an instruction insertion register configured to transmit an indication that a standard instruction for the analysis is forthcoming subsequent to halting of the analysis.