disturbance (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /dɪˈstɜːbəns/
Definition
An interruption of a state of peace or quiet; a disruption.
Examples
The sudden noise caused a disturbance in the otherwise peaceful night.
Police were called to deal with a disturbance at the bar.
He was arrested for causing a public disturbance.
How to Use disturbance
- disturbance of (prepositional phrase)
- A disruption affecting something specific. — "The construction work caused a disturbance of the peace."
- disturbance to (prepositional phrase)
- A disruption that affects someone or something. — "The storm caused a disturbance to the power supply."
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