as in reserved
inclined or tending to avoid other people
The reclusive woman was more than happy to spend her day off reading and writing at home.
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Recent Examples of reclusive
The tale of the reclusive Grinch plotting to steal Christmas from the town of Whoville is a classic tale that people of all ages are probably familiar with.
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Joyce Orlando, The Tennessean, 2 Dec. 2024
Conor’s reclusive self is now replaced by a questing self — one that involves pushing a lot of the fear of other people and new experiences aside, perhaps opening himself up more closely to the world back at home.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2025
The pic is a trippy genre movie that follows reclusive rock star Moretti (John Malkovich), who emerges after being decades away to invite a group of journalists to his cult compound.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 27 Jan. 2025
The company’s rapid rise is driven by Liang Wenfeng, a reclusive hedge fund mogul fixated on advanced technologies.
—Yue Wang, Forbes, 27 Jan. 2025
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Joyce Orlando, The Tennessean, 2 Dec. 2024
Conor’s reclusive self is now replaced by a questing self — one that involves pushing a lot of the fear of other people and new experiences aside, perhaps opening himself up more closely to the world back at home.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2025
The pic is a trippy genre movie that follows reclusive rock star Moretti (John Malkovich), who emerges after being decades away to invite a group of journalists to his cult compound.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 27 Jan. 2025
The company’s rapid rise is driven by Liang Wenfeng, a reclusive hedge fund mogul fixated on advanced technologies.
—Yue Wang, Forbes, 27 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reclusive
Adjective
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Universities and businesses can collaborate with property management companies to offer housing stipends or reserved spots for international students.—
Botir Nasridinov,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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There’s a reserved spot in hell for the s*** stains pursuing this vile campaign to erase trans people.—
Andrew Sheeler,
Sacramento Bee,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Amarone Casks Amarone is an Italian dry red wine, and this single malt was finished in casks originating in Verona.—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Allowing linens the opportunity to air dry will increase their longevity and stop them from getting musty.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The film seems to comment on the evolution of communication—from a love of language to a more detached, modern form of communication.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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The wood fence enclosing the yard is new, and a detached garage has a workshop and holds one car.—
Angela Serratore,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This will act to push colder air back into portions of the Lower 48 states.—
Doyle Rice,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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In 2016, Phoenix PD’s Cold Case Homicide Unit decided to conduct a full review of what had become the department’s oldest cold case.—
Dawn Sawyer,
CNN,
22 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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No problem Remember when adventure seemed like a distant memory?—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
25 Feb. 2025
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Resembling a distant cousin to the truffula tree in Seussical botany, this shaft of sturdy stem with intermittent globes of golden treats is a pollinator’s dream.—
New York Times Games,
New York Times,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Negative stereotypes permeate the space and, while everyone knows that IT professionals are more than nerdy, introverted geeks unable to connect with others, statistics clearly indicate that communication is a concern.—
Kyle J. Russell,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Marshmallow centers on Morgan (played by Kue Lawrence), an introverted 12-year-old suffering from nightmares who heads to a secluded summer camp.—
Ryan Gajewski,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Steve Mariucci and the coaching staff didn’t seem to know what to make of Rice, who had become more temperamental and withdrawn.—
Jerry McDonald,
The Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2025
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The expressions on these youthful figures are intent and heartfelt: obedient, frightened, absorbed, wary, withdrawn, cruel, proud, sly, or shy.—
Michael Bracewell,
Artforum,
1 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Trump could instead lead with Vice President JD Vance’s promise: Boost the Child Tax Credit to $5,000 per child for young families, a progressive idea submitted by Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) last week in a timid insurgency by Republican moderates who prefer to lift middling Americans.—
Bruce Fuller,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Feb. 2025
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Thus far this season, Sheppard, averaging 11.6 minutes per game, has struggled to get acclimated, often appearing timid and indecisive with the basketball.—
Rahat Huq,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Reclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reclusive. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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