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compartmentalizing

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There has long been speculation that Graham’s capacity for compartmentalizing also extended to his personal life.

From Salon Jul. 13, 2026

But by compartmentalizing and integrating digital screens to show their inventory—rather than the rows of products—machines can offer about twice as many items.

From Slate Feb. 1, 2025

Recent research has shown that closing your home’s garage door and all interior doors could ease the high winds somewhat by compartmentalizing them, according to Smith.

From Seattle Times May 25, 2024

Jaz Robbins, a trauma therapist who teaches psychology at Pepperdine University, said the key to healthy compartmentalizing is intentionality.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 14, 2024

Barack, who’s always been good at compartmentalizing, managed to be admirably present and undistracted when he was with us.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama