Disturbance

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Context SensitivityPlay
Understand surrounding context to determine if 'disturbance' indicates minor inconvenience or serious disorder. SlideThe loud music caused a slight disturbance, unlike the protest which caused major uproar.
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Public SpacePlay
'Disturbance' often refers to disruptions in areas like parks or streets which affect the community. SlideHe was fined for creating a disturbance in a public space.