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

The company says the plant could provide roughly 400 MW of electrical power without the risk of plasma disruptions, supporting its intended role as a source of baseload energy. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2026

But in the last few years, disruptions to the vaccine program have left a growing number of children unvaccinated. — Julhas Alam, Arkansas Online, 10 Sep. 2026

The Houthis’ attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure are also contributing to nerves that the region could face greater disruptions to oil production. — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026

Riyadh is now contending with simultaneous disruptions to both of its primary shipping lanes, in the Red Sea’s Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Strait of Hormuz, as the kingdom’s oil exports fell to 13-year lows. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 9 Sep. 2026

Cable companies talk broadband pressure watch now Other disruptions were on the agenda as well on Wednesday, as cable executives continued to forecast competitive pressure on the broadband business. — Cj Haddad,lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026

Officials in Pattaya, where international tourist arrivals have dropped because of travel disruptions and soaring fuel prices stemming from the conflict in the Middle East, say the visit is expected to inject about $3 million into the local economy. — Mosheh Gains, NBC news, 2 Sep. 2026

Discuss multiple scenarios to allow a proactive approach to disruptions, rather than a reactive one. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Delays and disruptions forced the company to stay nimble and deliver under pressure. — Harvard Business Review, 1 Sep. 2026