disruptive
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“The potential for further geopolitical ruptures in the next few years cannot be discounted, raising the possibility of further disruptive supply shocks,” they wrote.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
That’s why during my reading last week, it was more peculiar than disruptive when a dancer hopped on a table to lay at a 90-degree angle and jet her feet in the air.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 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
The issue of disruptive passengers has been a concern for airlines for some time, with criminal prosecutions used in severe cases.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 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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