as in to confine
to keep (a person or animal) away from others to prevent a disease from spreading
The hospital quarantined the infected patients. The dog was immediately quarantined.
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as in isolation
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Recent Examples of quarantine
Lydia Wang, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2025
Once the scan identifies malicious files, follow the app’s instructions to quarantine or remove them.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 14 Dec. 2024
Erin Crosby Eckstine, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
Officials issued a quarantine of all commercial poultry operations within a 6.2-mile radius of the facility and surveillance testing will be conducted for at least two weeks.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 30 Jan. 2025
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Verb
The couple had been quarantining in the Cayman Islands, but after announcing the separation, Hammer reportedly moves back to Los Angeles, according to legal documents obtained by the Blast.
—Lydia Wang, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2025
Once the scan identifies malicious files, follow the app’s instructions to quarantine or remove them.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 14 Dec. 2024
Noun
Two weeks of teaching from home in New York City became nearly two years of quarantine in my studio apartment with my cat.
—Erin Crosby Eckstine, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
Officials issued a quarantine of all commercial poultry operations within a 6.2-mile radius of the facility and surveillance testing will be conducted for at least two weeks.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 30 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quarantine
Verb
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Where to look? Startups often confine their hiring efforts to local talent, but expanding the search to a global scale can yield exceptional, cost-effective options.—
Elena Volotovskaya,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Muskies, on the other hand, are mostly confined to a small portion of North America.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The talks in Istanbul signal a potential thaw in diplomatic ties, as U.S. foreign policy under President Donald Trump diverges from the Biden administration's stance, which emphasized sanctions and diplomatic isolation of Russia.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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The very purpose of hearing aids is to help users stay connected and engaged, yet this design flaw forces them into isolation at the worst possible moments.—
Bill Schiffmiller,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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By removing cost as an initial hurdle, companies can cast a wider net, reaching customers who might otherwise hesitate to make a purchase.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The survey found that 57 percent are unaware that these screenings can prevent colorectal cancer by removing precancerous polyps.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The only letter that even touched on racial issues was Landis calling for strict segregation in city and county lockups.—
Richard Selcer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Feb. 2025
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Despite Jim Crow laws, segregation, and racial violence, Black entrepreneurs carved out paths for economic independence and community empowerment.—
Monica Sanders,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The January Starship mishap occurred over the North Atlantic after the 171-foot (52-meter) Starship separated from the Super Heavy rocket booster that hauled it toward space.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN,
28 Feb. 2025
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This unique body of water, which separates Melbourne from the barrier island of Melbourne Beach, is incredibly biodiverse.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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There is no update on the containment progress of the fire and its cause has not yet been determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacramento Bee,
27 Feb. 2025
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But real reform requires a new business model that aligns incentives with patient health, not just cost containment.—
Rita Numerof,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The apparent détente marks a drastic departure in U.S. policy toward the Kremlin: The Biden White House had sought to isolate and sanction Russia over its full-scale invasion of its neighbor.—
Eleanor Beardsley,
NPR,
24 Feb. 2025
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Being a primary caregiver for any child in the U.S. is inherently challenging, stressful, isolating, and a full-time job.—
Rachelle Rutherford,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The Department of Education has said in its restraint and seclusion resource document there is no evidence restraint and seclusion reduce problem behaviors.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Jan. 2025
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From Europe to Mexico to the U.S., these tiny islands around the world provide utmost seclusion.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Quarantine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quarantine. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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