disruptive

Example Sentences

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Berkshire’s Warren Buffett had said breaking up the maker of Heinz ketchup and Kraft mac and cheese would be costly and disruptive, and that shareholders should have gotten a vote.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

On the security front, Australia and the EU will strengthen cooperation in areas such as crisis management, maritime security and disruptive technologies, including artificial intelligence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

They have remained a frequent, disruptive and at times deadly phenomenon since then.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Emily and Stephen had decided to renovate their kitchen, so it was a good opportunity to get some disruptive work done.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

If there are any disruptive incidents this week, they will be met with strict enforcement of our disciplinary policy.’”

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro