UNCOUPLING Synonyms: 85 Similar and Opposite Words

uncoupling

verb

present participle of uncouple

as in separating

to set or force apart uncoupled the two railroad cars

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Recent Examples of uncoupling Before installation begins, contractors should evaluate the subfloor and, when necessary, install an uncoupling membrane to absorb movement and help prevent cracking. — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 12 June 2026

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First, structure prompts by separating roles, rules, data, and tasks into distinct sections for clarity.

— Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
His skin fell off, the membranes separating his organs dissolved, his bones turned to mush, and his head rolled away.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 July 2026

Definition of separating

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The main loft, meanwhile, has a dividing wall for privacy and contains a double bed and some more storage.

— Adam Williams July 07, New Atlas, 7 July 2026
Meghan and Harry retreated from the royal spotlight in 2020, sparking global controversy and dividing opinion in Britain.

— Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 6 July 2026

Definition of dividing

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Once again, the Braves fell to the Mets in a thriller, this time splitting the series.

— Fisher Isbell, AJC.com, 7 July 2026
Bill Kober, of Suffolk, England, does at least 40 pushups every day, splitting them between 20 in the morning and another 20 in the evening, according to the BBC.

— Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026

Definition of splitting

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The experience—in keeping with the ROKI Collection philosophy of intentional luxury and tranquility--is all about disconnecting from the outside world and reconnecting with nature, but in pampered fashion.

— Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Get in the habit of disconnecting devices when you’re done using them.

— Karla Radka, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026

Definition of disconnecting

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The Declaration of Independence was about severing the chains of a British monarchy and creating a government powered by the people with checks and balances.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
After severing the large roots, use a mattock or shovel to loosen soil for easier removal.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 July 2026

Definition of severing

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