Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The blackout has disconnected businesses, caused closures, increased unemployment, and damaged productivity, compounding an economic crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

In his letter entitled "To Those I've Hurt," he said he sometimes has "disconnected moments" that lead to poor judgment and reckless behavior, describing such instances as feeling like an out-of-body experience.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

“Our upstream provider has disconnected our internal links citing nonpayment,” the Wlink notice said.

From Seattle Times • May 2, 2024

“He has disconnected himself from any real property in New York, and he has no real incentive to stay in New York,” she said, suggesting he could easily flee and avoid prosecution.

From New York Times • Dec. 11, 2019

Lidia has disconnected; she’s already out of sight.

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera