Synonyms of disruptions

disruptions

noun

plural of disruption

as in disturbances

an act or instance of the order of things being disturbed

the flat tire resulted in an unfortunate disruption of the schedule for our road trip

Synonyms & Similar Words

• disturbances
• dislocations
• upheavals
• upsets
• derangements
• convulsions
• revolutions
• unsettlements

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of disruptions

Officials said overnight work is intended to speed up repairs and minimize disruptions to services. — CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

In addition to a softer economy in the country, McDonald's has also seen short-term disruptions related to student protests. — Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026

Polar vortex disruptions normally occur deep into the winter, Cohen says, so a sudden stratospheric warming in November is unusual. — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 4 Nov. 2026

Bomb threats targeting flights operated by Ryanair, LOT and Scandinavian Airlines prompted searches, diversions and airport disruptions across Italy, Poland and Spain on Tuesday. — Kirsten Grieshaber, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026

Utilities can strengthen infrastructure and reduce the probability of ignition while limiting disruptions from preventive power shut-offs. — Virginia Iglesias, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2026

Those disruptions have lengthened voyages and driven up tanker costs. — ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026

Millions cast their ballots with relatively minor disruptions, as early turnout surpassed that of recent midterms. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2026

This allows companies to bypass longer overseas shipping routes and reduce transit times as well as avoid extreme supply chain disruptions. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2026