Pronunciation: /dɪsˈrʌpʃən/
noun a disturbance or problem that interrupts an event, activity, or process
A1 The loud noise outside caused a disruption in the classroom.
A2 The teacher tried to minimize the disruption caused by the late students.
B1 The strike by the workers resulted in a major disruption to the company's operations.
B2 The company implemented new technology to prevent any future disruptions in the supply chain.
C1 The political unrest in the region led to widespread disruption of public services.
C2 The cyber attack caused a significant disruption to the company's online services.
formal The strike caused a disruption in the production schedule.
informal The power outage really messed things up.
slang The protest threw a monkey wrench into our plans.
figurative The unexpected news was like a disruption in the calm waters of our lives.
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