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as in secluded
screened or sequestered from view
the hikers unexpectedly came upon an isolated mountain cabin
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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
Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 13 Aug. 2025
To thrive, manufacturers must move beyond isolated initiatives and embrace a unified approach: Triple Transformation.
—Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025
According to information distributed by the attorney general, 7-OH levels are low in whole kratom leaves, while isolated or concentrated forms of the compound are much stronger and often are sold as natural or health supplements.
—Dara Kam, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2025
Then, the potential for isolated daily convection will return.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
Steer clear of tall, isolated trees and other prominent objects.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 13 Aug. 2025
To thrive, manufacturers must move beyond isolated initiatives and embrace a unified approach: Triple Transformation.
—Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025
According to information distributed by the attorney general, 7-OH levels are low in whole kratom leaves, while isolated or concentrated forms of the compound are much stronger and often are sold as natural or health supplements.
—Dara Kam, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2025
Then, the potential for isolated daily convection will return.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for isolated
Adjective
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In Namibia, Shipwreck Lodge in the desolate Skeleton Coast National Park and the secluded Hoanib Valley Camp are oases of luxury in otherworldly settings.—
Erina Pinar,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Aug. 2025
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This destination restaurant within the luxury glamping property offers a refined take on seasonal ingredients against the backdrop of a secluded canyon.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Cast-iron pots and pans require occasional seasoning to restore a fading nonstick surface.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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True leadership development isn’t about checking a box with occasional training.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Data held in qubits is affected by data held in other qubits, even when physically separated.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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The ingredients aren’t separated by recipe, which can make unpacking and prepping confusing.—
Sara Coughlin,
SELF,
23 Dec. 2024
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The group touts its record of promoting education for girls of all ages, albeit with classes segregated by gender.—
Delaney Simon,
Foreign Affairs,
2 Jan. 2025
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As cybersecurity vendors most often operate in silos, the industry remains largely segregated, creating challenges for security teams, stifling risk protection capabilities and hindering innovation.—
Michael Nicosia,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Estate attorneys, appraisers, and fiduciaries can help catalog and assess hidden treasures—ensuring nothing of value escapes attention.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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This guide breaks down the current average monthly costs for internet service, explains what drives those prices up and uncovers hidden fees that often go unnoticed.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Isolated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/isolated. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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