seclusion
noun
se·clu·sion
si-ˈklü-zhən 
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With its prefix se-, "apart", seclusion has the basic meaning of a place or condition that's "closed away". A lone island may be secluded, and its seclusion might be what its owner prizes most about it. Presidents and their staffs may go into seclusion before making critical decisions. Monastery life is purposely secluded, and monks may have taken vows to live lives of seclusion. The deadly brown recluse spider prefers seclusion but is sometimes disturbed by very unlucky people.
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Examples of seclusion in a Sentence
the seclusion of women that occurs in some countries
I enjoyed the seclusion of the island.
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Idaho schools have mix of restraint, seclusion policies Because there are no statewide requirements, the policies and training requirements on restraint and seclusion across schools in Idaho vary.
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Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 26 Jan. 2025
The dozen ocean-facing rooms were completely rebuilt—tucked into the casuarina forest for maximum seclusion—and augmented with private beach lounges that roll onto the sand outside your room.
—Mary Holland, Robb Report, 20 Jan. 2025
Sited just a short drive from Duxbury Beach and the charming village center, this property offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 16 Jan. 2025
But in Kingham, a small town with fewer than 1,000 people, Bake Off found a hidden gem that has retained its seclusion and anonymity.
—Sezin Devi Koehler, EW.com, 16 Jan. 2025
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Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 26 Jan. 2025
The dozen ocean-facing rooms were completely rebuilt—tucked into the casuarina forest for maximum seclusion—and augmented with private beach lounges that roll onto the sand outside your room.
—Mary Holland, Robb Report, 20 Jan. 2025
Sited just a short drive from Duxbury Beach and the charming village center, this property offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 16 Jan. 2025
But in Kingham, a small town with fewer than 1,000 people, Bake Off found a hidden gem that has retained its seclusion and anonymity.
—Sezin Devi Koehler, EW.com, 16 Jan. 2025
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“Seclusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seclusion. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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seclusion
noun
se·clu·sion
si-ˈklü-zhən
1
: the act of secluding : the state of being secluded
2
: a secluded place
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