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
Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
Though New Orleans has made the state known for its lively nightlife culture, its secluded spots and rural countryside are what make their way into the film.
—Christine Ochefu, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 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
The Sheats-Goldstein residence—an experiment in indoor-outdoor living originally devised by architect John Lautner and realized in concrete and glass in 1963—is perched at the far end of a road in the secluded Beverly Crest neighborhood.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
Though New Orleans has made the state known for its lively nightlife culture, its secluded spots and rural countryside are what make their way into the film.
—Christine Ochefu, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 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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But other activists allege that such policies lead to the unnecessary suffering of sheltered animals.—
Amber Gaudet,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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Begin by placing the pot in a sheltered area outside for a few hours each day.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
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Iran is also more diplomatically isolated than at any point since 1979.—
Richard Goldberg,
The Atlantic,
16 Mar. 2026
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Police said the incident was isolated and there was no threat to the public.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The terrain is demanding, but the setting—expansive views, shifting light, and quiet trails—creates a rhythm that carries through the rest of the day.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Omni dock was relatively quiet when self-emptying and automatically dispensed cleaning solution, which was convenient.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
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The living room and bedroom can be separated by two large pocket doors, ideal for friends traveling together or families with kids.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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Many agreed on one point Wednesday — the movement can be separated from the man.—
Ryan Carter,
Daily News,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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High end travelers need an advisor who has knowledge, personal connections and access to hidden places and interesting people.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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As the camera lingers on the face of the main protagonist Qihuo, and her two best friends Atnyop and Itgop, Chen reveals hidden emotions and untold feelings.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Guests will have access to 150 feet of private shoreline (including a private dock complete with a pier, ramp, and float) as well as plenty of paths for afternoon strolls.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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Every home includes a private backyard, smart technology and energy-efficient systems.—
Sandra Barrera,
Daily News,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Has your pursuit of pilot wave theory been a lonely one?—
Tim Folger,
Scientific American,
16 Mar. 2026
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Simply put, they are based on the assumption that an unmarried person would be lonely in the afterlife.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Toyota/Lexus a few years back made the remote start a subscription service.—
Hartford Courant,
Hartford Courant,
13 Mar. 2026
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The park, which logged 29,091 visits last year, sits on a remote cluster of islands in Lake Superior near the Canadian border, so visitors can only get there by ferry or seaplane.—
Owen Clarke,
Outside,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Secluded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secluded. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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