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disruption

[dis-ruhp-shuhn] / dɪsˈrʌp ʃən /
NOUN
division
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Some have cited productivity gains enabling fewer workers to accomplish more with AI, while others pointed out restructuring and cost-cutting to prepare for the AI disruption.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

DHL shares are around 8% below February highs on fears around AI disruption and competition from Amazon, but the bank thinks the concerns are overdone.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Workday trades higher on strong first-quarter results, defying AI disruption fears.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Trade union Unite said the action, which involves staff working for three different employers, would cause severe disruption to services, with strike dates to be announced in due course.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

It’s just a disruption to the school, don’t you think?”

From "Frindle" by Andrew Clements




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