disengage
verb (used with object)
to release from attachment or connection; loosen; unfasten.
disengaging
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present participleof disengage.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Europe, the official said, finds itself alone because the Americans are disengaging with the region, meaning it must rely more on itself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 2, 2025
The immediate payoff that comes from disengaging from social media might feel like “coffee money” in the short term, but “good habits have compounding effects,” Segrera said.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 10, 2025
The 55-year-old - who was representing himself but refused to attend his hearing after disengaging during his trial - was also found guilty of encouraging his brother to get in contact with the Maitlis family.
From BBC ● Jun. 26, 2025
What advice do you have for people who are already feeling burnt out, exhausted and disengaging?
From Salon ● Feb. 11, 2025
By the time the other kids caught up with her, the locks were already disengaging.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
