as in solitude
the state of being alone or kept apart from others
she went into seclusion in order to focus entirely on writing her book
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Recent Examples of seclusion
Even in the relative seclusion of our home, the world has found us.
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Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
In 2014, the empress left her seclusion and traveled again to the Dutch country to attend the coronation of Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, confirming the friendly relationship between the two houses.
—Marta Martínez Tato, Vanity Fair, 23 Jan. 2026
The new song moves away from the Reagan-era-pop fixation of Harry’s House, an insular work also shaped by domestic seclusion in 2020.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 23 Jan. 2026
An immersive design,182 guestrooms, suites and villas are tucked discreetly across 60 acres of mangroves and freshwater canals, balancing seclusion with a strong sense of rooted place.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for seclusion
Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
In 2014, the empress left her seclusion and traveled again to the Dutch country to attend the coronation of Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, confirming the friendly relationship between the two houses.
—Marta Martínez Tato, Vanity Fair, 23 Jan. 2026
The new song moves away from the Reagan-era-pop fixation of Harry’s House, an insular work also shaped by domestic seclusion in 2020.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 23 Jan. 2026
An immersive design,182 guestrooms, suites and villas are tucked discreetly across 60 acres of mangroves and freshwater canals, balancing seclusion with a strong sense of rooted place.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for seclusion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seclusion
Noun
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Private cottages provide extra space and solitude, plus special amenities like outdoor soaking tubs, dining areas, and kitchens.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Rudnev’s solitude ended abruptly once already.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The father asked to be identified only by his initial out of concern for his family’s safety and privacy.—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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This unit will also enforce Florida’s existing foreign adversary laws — including restrictions on land ownership — and expand accountability to companies and individuals aligned with hostile regimes that threaten Floridians’ privacy, security and sovereignty.—
February 17,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Rudnev’s lifestyle became one of deliberate isolation and privacy, marked by the total absence of public activity.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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What makes this species especially interesting from a taxonomic standpoint is its geographic isolation.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Seclusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seclusion. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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