isolate
verb (used with object)
to set or place apart; detach or separate so as to be alone.
has been isolating
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present perfect progressiveof isolate (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Before the trial, George said the experience has been isolating and damaging to his mental health.
From Salon ● Feb. 23, 2024
Mr. Biden, 79, sounded hoarse and coughed a bit through his remarks delivered from the White House’s residence, where he has been isolating since testing positive on Thursday.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 22, 2022
Charles has been isolating since he tested positive on Thursday, but Camilla had continued with public engagements while taking daily tests.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 14, 2022
"Zack has never tested positive for a case in the three instances where he has been isolating so I would argue, on his behalf, he's been sent home unnecessarily," says Mr Hebdith, from north-east London.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2021
In reality, it was a green screen; he was in the studio of his Los Angeles home, where he has been isolating.
From New York Times ● Jul. 3, 2020
