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

This predominantly includes deceptive measures and signal disruptions as responses to intrusive drones. — Zita Ballinger Fletcher, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026

The Fed often looks through supply shocks like oil market disruptions, but some analysts feel leaving rates unchanged would risk the Fed’s credibility, given Warsh’s hardline stance against inflation. — Rachel Barber, USA Today, 29 July 2026

Amid domestic and global supply chain disruptions, Seko Logistics sees an open lane for growth, which is why the company is making key investments to expand across the Midwest and in Texas. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 29 July 2026

In the short run, supply shocks like energy disruptions or tariffs can move inflation regardless of what the Fed does. — Steve Liesman, CNBC, 22 July 2026

The previous disruptions to shipping between 2023 and 2025 probably cost some $20 billion a year, according to industry estimates. — Jomana Karadsheh, CNN Money, 21 July 2026

Conflicts, energy-market disruptions and climate extremes threaten to derail progress unless governments invest in more resilient food systems, Lario said. — ABC News, 21 July 2026