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dislocation

noun

ˌdis-(ˌ)lō-ˈkā-shən

Definition of dislocation

as in disruption

an act or instance of the order of things being disturbed the slightest dislocation in her daily routine bothered the elderly woman

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Recent Examples of dislocation The industrial revolutions of the past produced enormous value alongside bankruptcies, dislocations, and periods of irrational exuberance. — Brian Solis, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026 The Commanders quarterback was back at practice 10 days after suffering his second dislocation. — Tashan Reed, Washington Post, 1 Oct. 2026 And bond volatility surged this month, raising concerns about dislocations arising in markets. — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026 Surgery is drastic and rarely needed following an elbow dislocation. — Armando Salguero Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dislocation

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Over the last decade, Casey has had a front row seat to all the disruption and consolidation facing our industry.

— Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 10 Nov. 2026
Advance notifications, roadway signage and traffic controllers will be in place to help minimize disruptions and direct motorists.

— Jim Masters, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of disruption

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Ars has previously looked at how this X-plane program is intended to support the design of future supersonic airliners that may fly overland while minimizing disturbances for buildings and people below.

— Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 5 Nov. 2026
Atmospheric disturbances recorded during the launch suggested the rocket may have punched a hole in Earth’s ionosphere, according to a study by researchers at Taiwan’s National Cheng Kung University.

— Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 5 Nov. 2026

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