disruptive
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Yet that’s likely just the opening salvo of a disruptive weather system that could affect the 38-day competition, which kicks off next week with games in Mexico, Canada and the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Official viewing events typically hand out covers to turn lights a less disruptive red.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
“With key exemptions largely preserved, this does not look especially disruptive and is unlikely to materially change economic forecasts — it mostly confirms what markets and businesses were already expecting.”
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
Although the X-59 was designed to minimize the disruptive sonic boom typically associated with supersonic aircraft, these initial supersonic flights are not intended to demonstrate that capability.
From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026
Instead of being disruptive, Hershel was now considerate and responsible.
From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson
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