Example Sentences

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United Utilities advises that the best deterrent is insulating pipes so they don't freeze.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

Yet Washington is insulating the industry from all sorts of risk.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 12, 2025

A government spokesperson said that the price cap is insulating millions of consumers from high global gas prices.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2022

After describing how the team’s first priority with Elliott is insulating him from unrealistic expectations and unfair pressure, Brown called his newest rusher the most complete rookie back he has ever seen.

From Washington Post • Jun. 22, 2016

Ordinarily the air between the gold leaves is insulating.

From The War Terror by Reeve, Arthur B. (Arthur Benjamin)