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Disruption (Noun)

An event that results in a displacement or discontinuity.

Nouns denoting natural events.

The hurricane caused a major disruption to the city's transportation system, leaving thousands of commuters stranded.
The construction project resulted in a significant disruption to the local businesses, causing many to lose revenue.
The sudden power outage caused a disruption to the hospital's operations, putting patients' lives at risk.
The protest march caused a disruption to the city's traffic flow, causing gridlock and delays.
The unexpected resignation of the CEO caused a disruption to the company's leadership, leading to a period of uncertainty.

A disorderly outburst or tumult; "they were amazed by the furious disturbance they had caused".

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The act of causing disorder.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

An act of delaying or interrupting the continuity; "it was presented without commercial breaks"; "there was a gap in his account".

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The flight was cancelled due to a disruption in air traffic control.
The company's operations were severely impacted by the disruption in supply chain.
The teacher tried to minimize the disruption caused by the noisy students.
The construction project was delayed due to a disruption in the delivery of materials.
The power outage caused a significant disruption to the city's transportation system.