secluded 1 of 3

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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secludedness

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noun

secluded

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verb

past tense of seclude

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Recent Examples of secluded
Adjective
Ayyub first met the officer at a secluded house in the countryside. Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2025 Near Kihei, the secluded property spans 14 acres along La Perouse Bay. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2025 Pre-game the big dinner by enjoying a signature French 125 (a French 75 with Cognac) in the restaurant’s chic and secluded speakeasy lounge. Annie Archer, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2025 There were many more wonderful moments in a festival that fuses sounds and artistic expressions from across the globe, coming together in one of the most stunning and secluded places on Earth. 1. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for secluded
Recent Examples of Synonyms for secluded
Noun
  • In a viral TikTok video, an orange cat's long, boring days of solitude are suddenly replaced with endless joy and play with the arrival of a new little sibling, and internet users can't cope with their special bond.
    Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
  • Many had grown accustomed to the solitude of death row, its stale smell and the frequent rants from inmates in mental health crisis.
    Hannah Wiley, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2025
Adjective
  • The saw-whets, perhaps intimidated by the larger owl, had gone quiet.
    Brad Dokken, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025
  • As economic uncertainties mount and corporate stability feels increasingly tenuous, a quiet revolution is taking place among millennials and Gen Z: the rise of DIY businesses.
    Jasmine Browley, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Noun
  • With a dedicated concierge handling every detail, from five-star accommodations to experiences and custom travel essentials, Flexjet ensures your Mom will enjoy seamless comfort, privacy, and unforgettable adventures.
    Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
  • Fusco says that dating apps are more or less a waste of time, because of the lack of privacy.
    Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 3 May 2025
Verb
  • Data held in qubits is affected by data held in other qubits, even when physically separated.
    Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Then the dancers disappeared, too, except for Abraham and a couple, who separated and lapped the stage one last time before leaving.
    Jennifer Homans, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Those sheltering in place were told to silence their phones, turn off lights, remain quiet and stay hidden until cleared by law enforcement.
    Dan Gooding Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
  • Have a suggestion for a great hidden dining gem in your neighborhood?
    Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 30 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The spatial isolation of these colonies would aid humanity’s survival, argues Dr Gee, by allowing genetically distinct human communities to develop that could interbreed with people still living on Earth or elsewhere in space to produce offspring with the best qualities of both groups.
    GrrlScientist, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
  • Read: The isolation of intensive parenting Others aren’t as eager to embrace external influences, especially not so close to home.
    Rhaina Cohen, The Atlantic, 11 May 2025
Adjective
  • The city’s unlawful camping ordinance prohibits camping, occupying camp facilities or using camp paraphernalia on public or private property.
    Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2025
  • But her time in public service became entangled with a private business.
    Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • Stay away from tall, isolated trees or other tall objects.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 May 2025
  • CoreCivic, the prison's owner and one of the country's largest private corrections companies, said in a statement that allegations of dangerous conditions in the past reflect isolated incidents during a limited timeframe.
    Zane Irwin, NPR, 9 May 2025

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“Secluded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secluded. Accessed 17 May. 2025.

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