insulate
verb
in·su·late
ˈin(t)-sə-ˌlāt 
insulated; insulating
: to place in a detached situation : isolate
especially
: to separate from conducting bodies by means of nonconductors so as to prevent transfer of electricity, heat, or sound
Synonyms
Examples of insulate in a Sentence
They used a special type of fiberglass to insulate the attic.
a material that is able to insulate against cold
The company has tried to insulate itself from the region's political turmoil.
I wish I could insulate my children from painful experiences.
Recent Examples on the Web
At Pagosa River Domes guests are welcomed into their eco-home — one of 14 modern domes that are insulated for year-round comfort.
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Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2024
In pictures: Space Shuttle Columbia's final flight 1 of 28
NASA engineers knew that a piece of foam — used to insulate the shuttle’s large, orange fuel tank — had broken off during the January 16 launch, striking the Columbia orbiter.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN, 5 Apr. 2024
The protagonist, David, a child of those camps, performs valiantly in the Israeli-Arab War of 1967 but learns that his heroism and professional expertise do not insulate him against discrimination.
—Joseph Berger, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2024
The alliance is also discussing ways to insulate NATO’s role in Ukraine from American politics.
—John Hudson, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
The seven members of the Federal Reserve Board serve for 14-year terms, insulating them from much political pressure.
—Bill Conerly, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
The roundhouse roofs were insulated with straw, topped by turf, and waterproofed with clay.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 20 Mar. 2024
Congress should consider adopting new legislation to insulate the military from efforts to turn it into a partisan force.
—Risa Brooks, Foreign Affairs, 20 Mar. 2024
The Ice Pod is for indoor and outdoor use, insulated and fits one person.
—Variety Staff, Variety, 28 Mar. 2024
Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2024
In pictures: Space Shuttle Columbia's final flight 1 of 28
NASA engineers knew that a piece of foam — used to insulate the shuttle’s large, orange fuel tank — had broken off during the January 16 launch, striking the Columbia orbiter.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN, 5 Apr. 2024
The protagonist, David, a child of those camps, performs valiantly in the Israeli-Arab War of 1967 but learns that his heroism and professional expertise do not insulate him against discrimination.
—Joseph Berger, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2024
The alliance is also discussing ways to insulate NATO’s role in Ukraine from American politics.
—John Hudson, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
The seven members of the Federal Reserve Board serve for 14-year terms, insulating them from much political pressure.
—Bill Conerly, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
The roundhouse roofs were insulated with straw, topped by turf, and waterproofed with clay.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 20 Mar. 2024
Congress should consider adopting new legislation to insulate the military from efforts to turn it into a partisan force.
—Risa Brooks, Foreign Affairs, 20 Mar. 2024
The Ice Pod is for indoor and outdoor use, insulated and fits one person.
—Variety Staff, Variety, 28 Mar. 2024
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“Insulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insulate. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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insulate
verb
in·su·late
ˈin(t)-sə-ˌlāt
insulated; insulating
: to place in a detached situation : isolate
especially
: to separate from conducting bodies by means of nonconductors so as to prevent transfer of electricity, heat, or sound
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