in isolation

phrase

: apart from others : separately
The researchers work in isolation.
Their culture developed in isolation from the rest of the world.

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However, the historical cases suggest that if accountability for cumulative harm arrives, product-level safety features deployed in isolation can be repurposed as part of a defense to such claims. — Ned Cooper, STAT, 26 Oct. 2026 The premise of the exhibition, according to the brand, is that Italian style was shaped not in isolation, but through centuries of exchange. — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026 That means a utility can’t look at a transformer, pumping station or pipeline segment in isolation. — Charlie Sanchez, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026 The ministry said the four new patients were in isolation and receiving care. — ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in isolation

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“In isolation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20isolation. Accessed 8 Nov. 2026.

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