disruption
noun
dis·rup·tion
dis-ˈrəp-shən 
plural disruptions
: the act or process of disrupting something : a break or interruption in the normal course or continuation of some activity, process, etc.
disruption of sleep
disruptions in service
a process that has continued without disruption
Throughout the history of medicine, health has been seen as a condition of equilibrium and illness as the disruption of a balanced state.—
David Mechanic
David MechanicBy 1925 most countries had recovered from the economic disruptions caused by the Great War of 1914-18.—John A. Garraty
John A. GarratyExamples of disruption in a Sentence
the flat tire resulted in an unfortunate disruption of the schedule for our road trip
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This plan helped ensure a seamless transition and minimized disruptions to the business.
—Craig West, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
However, two new studies suggest that mattresses firm enough for a child to sleep on safely may emit toxic chemicals that previous research indicates are linked to developmental delays and endocrine system disruptions.
—Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 23 Apr. 2025
Trump risks his approval rating falling the longer markets appear destabilized, US economic growth forecasts appear threatened, and the US dollar's dominance in global trade risks disruption.
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Despite resistance from some industry groups warning of supply chain disruptions, the FDA's decision aligns the U.S. with international standards.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
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Craig West, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
However, two new studies suggest that mattresses firm enough for a child to sleep on safely may emit toxic chemicals that previous research indicates are linked to developmental delays and endocrine system disruptions.
—Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 23 Apr. 2025
Trump risks his approval rating falling the longer markets appear destabilized, US economic growth forecasts appear threatened, and the US dollar's dominance in global trade risks disruption.
—ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2025
Despite resistance from some industry groups warning of supply chain disruptions, the FDA's decision aligns the U.S. with international standards.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
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“Disruption.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disruption. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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disruption
noun
dis·rup·tion
dis-ˈrəp-shən
: the act or process of breaking apart or rupturing
bandaged her leg tightly to prevent disruption of the partly healed wound
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