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Disturbance

usgb/dɪˈstɜːrbəns/Volume
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Context Sensitivity

Understand surrounding context to determine if 'disturbance' indicates minor inconvenience or serious disorder.

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The loud music caused a slight disturbance, unlike the protest which caused major uproar.
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Public Space

'Disturbance' often refers to disruptions in areas like parks or streets which affect the community.

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He was fined for creating a disturbance in a public space.
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