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disruption

[dis-ruhp-shuhn] / dɪsˈrʌp ʃən /
NOUN
division
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Oil prices have surged since the disruption to shipping in the narrow waterway, through which a fifth of the world's energy shipments usually transits.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

H&R Block’s stock is down 40% over the past year due to investor concerns about the IRS Direct File program and AI disruption.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

That is especially the case in the current market environment, which is roiled by fears of AI-driven disruption and price shocks in commodities markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

It will also be difficult for companies reporting earnings to describe their experience based on just one month of disruption since the Iran conflict began, said U.S.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 5, 2026

She stood very erect and glared down at me as if I was the one who had caused the great disruption.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu