as in solitude
the state of being alone or kept apart from others
she had grown up in such rural insulation that she'd never met anyone of a different race
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Recent Examples of insulation
Intuitive Machines used Columbia’s Omni-Heat Infinity insulation to outfit its Nova-C lunar lander in a 2024 mission to the moon.
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Cathy Hackl, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
The Stanley Heritage Thermos is a modern version of the classic containers, featuring a 1.1-quart capacity, stainless steel body, and the brand's trademark vacuum insulation that can keep dad's beverage of choice hot or cold for an impressive 24 hours.
—Ars Staff, ArsTechnica, 13 June 2025
This is the war Israel had prepared to wage, but in war, preparation is no insulation from devastation.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 13 June 2025
Heavier synthetic insulation keeps your torso toasty, while lighter insulation in the sleeves and hood adds more dexterity and mobility.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 11 June 2025
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Cathy Hackl, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
The Stanley Heritage Thermos is a modern version of the classic containers, featuring a 1.1-quart capacity, stainless steel body, and the brand's trademark vacuum insulation that can keep dad's beverage of choice hot or cold for an impressive 24 hours.
—Ars Staff, ArsTechnica, 13 June 2025
This is the war Israel had prepared to wage, but in war, preparation is no insulation from devastation.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 13 June 2025
Heavier synthetic insulation keeps your torso toasty, while lighter insulation in the sleeves and hood adds more dexterity and mobility.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for insulation
Noun
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To do this work, the women needed peace and solitude.—
James Rebanks
June 26,
Literary Hub,
26 June 2025
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Taking place 11 months after the events of the original game, Sam and his daughter Lou have fled to Mexico to try to live a life of solitude and flee the commanding grip of the United Colonies of America (UCA).—
Hayes Madsen,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2025
Noun
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Availability and privacy Ask Photos rolls out to more eligible users in the U.S., beyond early access testers.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
4 July 2025
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That’s because Mariya, not her real name, is living a dual identity, and to protect her privacy, only the most sacred of confidants — or business partners — can know her true persona.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2025
Noun
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Playing together helps children learn to forge connections with others Online kindergarten could not solve the problem of isolation.—
UNICEF USA,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Social isolation, depression, and lack of physical activity are each risk factors for dementia.—
Brian Mastroianni,
Health,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Shortly after taking office, Wilson implemented racial segregation across federal agencies.—
Sonari Glinton,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Just like the old rules requiring racial segregation, it’s based on falsehood and prejudice.—
Jonathan Zimmerman,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2025
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“Insulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insulation. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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