insulate
verb
in·su·late
ˈin(t)-sə-ˌlāt 
insulated; insulating
: to place in a detached situation : isolate
especially
: to separate from conducting bodies by means of nonconductors so as to prevent transfer of electricity, heat, or sound
Examples of insulate in a Sentence
They used a special type of fiberglass to insulate the attic.
a material that is able to insulate against cold
The company has tried to insulate itself from the region's political turmoil.
I wish I could insulate my children from painful experiences.
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Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 20 May 2025
And the inability to truly insulate yourself from calamity is what Final Destination is all about.
—A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 19 May 2025
At first glance, Belvidere would seem well insulated from the impact of tariffs.
—Laurent Belsie, Christian Science Monitor, 19 May 2025
They’re insulated with the brand’s Helion superfoam cushioning to absorb shock and maximize your enjoyment on the trails, all while prioritizing stability.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for insulate
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“Insulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insulate. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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insulate
verb
in·su·late
ˈin(t)-sə-ˌlāt
insulated; insulating
: to place in a detached situation : isolate
especially
: to separate from conducting bodies by means of nonconductors so as to prevent transfer of electricity, heat, or sound
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