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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Researchers could observe improvements in privatized firms, yet separating the effect of government ownership from the effect of the surrounding transformation was difficult.

— James Broughel, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
After multiple contractors had assured them the wall separating the future kitchen from the living area wasn’t load-bearing, an asbestos crew uncovered the opposite.

— Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026

Definition of separating

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That, of course, gives the company a much larger share of the pie, not splitting revenue with retail and not needing to produce physical objects.

— Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
The Dodgers, who have the best record in the majors at 63-37, take the series win after splitting a Sunday doubleheader following a Saturday rainout.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026

Definition of splitting

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Because vacation is about decompressing and disconnecting from daily life—not about worrying what’s going on at home.

— Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
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

Definition of disconnecting

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The ongoing housing crisis, characterized by soaring rents and unattainable mortgages, is profoundly disrupting communities, forcing displacement and severing crucial relationships.

— Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
In late June, Elsadig was sitting at a water truck station when a drone strike hit the area, severing his left leg.

— Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 20 July 2026

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