isolate
verb (used with object)
to set or place apart; detach or separate so as to be alone.
am isolating
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present progressiveof isolate (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“Unfortunately, I recently tested positive for COVID-19 and am isolating in accordance with CDC guidelines,” she said in a later afternoon post on X.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 14, 2024
"I am continuing to follow health guidelines and am isolating at home in Sydney," Morrison said in a statement issued late Tuesday night.
From Reuters ● Mar. 1, 2022
“I have the common symptoms and am isolating with my family,” he added without elaborating or disclosing which variant he had.
From Reuters ● Jan. 7, 2022
“I am isolating and will follow all of the required health protocols to keep my loved ones, my staff, and my community safe.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 21, 2021
“I am isolating as much as possible to ‘flatten the curve,’ ” Kane said.
From Slate ● Mar. 20, 2020
