isolated
adjective
iso·lat·ed
ˈī-sə-ˌlā-təd 
also ˈi-
Examples of isolated in a Sentence
The town remains a very isolated community.
The camp is located in an isolated area.
The arrest was an isolated incident in his youth.
a few isolated cases of vandalism
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Keep a distance from tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
The National Weather Service says the tornado and large to very large hail risks will be primarily associated with the first and isolated storms.
—Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026
Perhaps as a result, many wealthy people often feel isolated and alone, even in the presence of others.
—David H. Rosmarin, Time, 10 June 2026
Kohlhorst acknowledged that an emu, pig and tortoise had previously escaped, but described them as isolated incidents.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
The National Weather Service says the tornado and large to very large hail risks will be primarily associated with the first and isolated storms.
—Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026
Perhaps as a result, many wealthy people often feel isolated and alone, even in the presence of others.
—David H. Rosmarin, Time, 10 June 2026
Kohlhorst acknowledged that an emu, pig and tortoise had previously escaped, but described them as isolated incidents.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for isolated
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“Isolated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/isolated. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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