as in sheltered
screened or sequestered from view
we stayed in a secluded resort, far away from the regular tourist crowds
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as in isolated
to set or keep apart from others
the patients will be secluded until they are no longer contagious
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Recent Examples of secluded
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
Explore the varied landscapes of France, from the secluded beaches of the Île de Porquerolles to Alpine destinations like Chamonix and Villard-de-Lans.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
But the time secluded together also helped the couple strengthen their relationship and get to know each other in a deeper way, Nanjiani says, despite being married since 2007.
—Kylie Gilbert, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Starting on the upper deck, that area has room for both lounge and sunbathing, while a Jacuzzi and additional seating in the bow acts a secluded retreat onboard.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
Explore the varied landscapes of France, from the secluded beaches of the Île de Porquerolles to Alpine destinations like Chamonix and Villard-de-Lans.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
Verb
The third salon, secluded in the boutique’s rear corner, offers a personalized experience for top clients.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
But the time secluded together also helped the couple strengthen their relationship and get to know each other in a deeper way, Nanjiani says, despite being married since 2007.
—Kylie Gilbert, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for secluded
Adjective
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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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Plant in a sheltered location, such as the south or east sides of buildings and fences.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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New research from Federal Reserve Bank of New York economist Natalia Emanuel published in Science found that remote work, while often boosting productivity, also often leaves employees feeling socially isolated and leads to mental health issues.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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On females, the pattern is isolated to the upper back.—
Sophie Lindberg,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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Your generous heart brightens others, yet quiet courage today keeps your creative fire protected while old feelings move through safely.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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The Cloudburst Jacket is a soft and quiet high-performance waterproof jacket for everything from everyday to endurance training and competition.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
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The Grossmans were separated at the time of the fatal crash.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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McComb and Van Der Beek separated in 2009 and finalized their divorce in 2010.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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But some of the doctors and other practitioners — including those who don’t have any kind of healthcare license — may be exposing patients to enormous debt and hidden risks, an Atlanta Journal-Constitution investigation found.—
Carrie Teegardin,
AJC.com,
8 June 2026
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There are no hidden layers of meaning, however, in Erika Burke Rossa’s straightforward, sweet-natured family film.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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Tortuga sits on 1,300 feet of private beach with clean white sand and turquoise water.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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On June 5, Knox was recorded at his private high school ceremony in Los Angeles.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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More than half of the American workforce is lonely.—
Chris Schembra,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2026
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This is what can make the job feel lonely.—
Matthew Warren,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2026
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The snake’s remote habitat and generally non-aggressive nature mean that most people will never encounter one in the wild.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Scientists who recently piloted a submersible to a remote spot in the southeastern Indian Ocean have identified one of the largest and deepest whale graveyards containing hundreds of fossils, including one representing a previously unknown species.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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“Secluded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secluded. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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