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disruptive

[dis-ruhp-tiv] / dɪsˈrʌp tɪv /


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The most disruptive part of the retrofit work was carried out first, and included the insulation of shared walls, flooring and the roof.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

"When ChatGPT came out, people were shocked. It's very disruptive, very revolutionary," he said.

From Barron's Aug. 19, 2026

The chamber remained in use for centuries and experienced several disruptive events.

From Science Daily Aug. 19, 2026

Many CEOs are still grappling with how to get meaningful value from AI, but a growing number have their sights set on the next potentially disruptive business technology: quantum computing.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

A prisoner in kemmer would be a disruptive element in his work-squad.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin




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