1
as in secluded
screened or sequestered from view
the hikers unexpectedly came upon an isolated mountain cabin
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2
as in occasional
not often occurring or repeated
fortunately, the error was just an isolated incident and the rest was done correctly
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as in separated
to set or keep apart from others
rescuers finally reached outlying villages that had been isolated by the massive earthquake
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Recent Examples of isolated
Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 20 June 2026
There is no continuing threat to the community, the sheriff’s office said, and this is being investigated as an isolated incident.
—Elainie Colton, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026
ABC News, 20 June 2026
The actors had the best time, because they’d been isolated for so long, and then suddenly they were thrown into a holiday camp.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 June 2026
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Adjective
Authorities confirmed the fire was an isolated incident at a single hotel, and other properties and tourism hubs nearby were not affected.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 20 June 2026
There is no continuing threat to the community, the sheriff’s office said, and this is being investigated as an isolated incident.
—Elainie Colton, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026
Verb
Barricades erected on key roads have effectively isolated the city of La Paz, triggering fuel and food shortages, paralyzing transportation and preventing patients from reaching hospitals — causing at least seven deaths for lack of medical attention, the government says.
—ABC News, 20 June 2026
The actors had the best time, because they’d been isolated for so long, and then suddenly they were thrown into a holiday camp.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for isolated
Adjective
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This secluded island located just across the sound from popular Hilton Head has been hiding in plain sight for years.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
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Out back, a secluded courtyard and soaking pool await.—
Sierra Vandervort,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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Portable Power Station Deal Summer's here and that means backyard BBQs, camping trips, and the occasional blackout.—
John Mihaly,
PC Magazine,
18 June 2026
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In Billie’s case, that consists mostly of neighborhood walks and the occasional hiking trail.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Benji separated from Zack, patted the spot on the bed between them, and then opened up his arm as an invitation.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
18 June 2026
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The park’s two districts are separated by the city of Tucson, with the drive between the western and eastern districts taking between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on traffic.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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Seek refuge at rest areas or sheltered spots.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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Outside of their sheltered practice area, kids played on a carousel and ran around playing makeshift games of tag.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Because PortMiami’s revenues and expenses are segregated from Miami-Dade’s core budget, no tax dollars would be involved in the deal.—
Douglas Hanks
June 16,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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Fresno was racially segregated, with a diverse immigrant population living on its West side.—
Stephy Chung,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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In the evening, Banff’s newest late-night spot, The Dusty Boot Saloon, channels cowboy country motifs through nostalgic saloon energy and a lively dance hall, stage for live music and hidden lounges.—
Kristin Braswell,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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Further investigation determined that the videos came from a hidden camera installed in one of the church's changing rooms and bathrooms.—
Ronn Blitzer , Tessa Hoyos,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
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“Isolated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/isolated. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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