isolate

Definition

  • verb: to put or keep (someone or something) in a place or situation that is separate from others
  • verb: to set apart from others
  • often + 'from'
  • synonyms: abrupt, abscind, abstract

Examples

  • It may take several days to 'isolate' the problem. [=to find out exactly what the problem is]

  • These policies will only serve to 'isolate' the country politically and economically.

  • When he wants to work, he 'isolates' himself in his office and won't talk to anyone.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) That's not a good answer. You're the first woman President of the United States. All you've had to swallow, the sacrifices, the compromises. You're gonna want to isolate yourself. Not trust anyone. But that's exactly what you're gonna need. Someone to tell you what's what. And is that person you? (..)
    2017 TvShow: House of Cards Title: Chapter 65 Season: 5 Episode 13