secluded 1 of 2

as in sheltered
screened or sequestered from view we stayed in a secluded resort, far away from the regular tourist crowds

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secluded

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verb

past tense of seclude

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Recent Examples of secluded
Adjective
Stay near Dunn’s River Falls In a secluded corner on Jamaica’s North Coast sits Ocho Rios, filled with waterfalls, rivers, and lush forests. AFAR Media, 30 May 2025 New Yorkers can visit secluded African landmarks without leaving Manhattan, thanks to Sosena Solomon. Keyaira Boone, Essence, 30 May 2025 Spanning three levels, the two-tone structure is on a secluded cul-de-sac amid a third of an acre bordering the Wilshire Country Club golf course. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 30 May 2025 But during his five-year spell at Old Trafford, the defender felt secluded being away from family back in London. Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 30 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for secluded
Recent Examples of Synonyms for secluded
Adjective
  • For those looking to venture farther, Cruz Bay’s private itineraries stretch deep into the BVI, blending gourmet dining, reef diving, and quiet anchorages into one seamless luxurious adventure.
    Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
  • But the David Rockwell decor—quiet and confident in its palate of black, gray, and warm beige—was not flashy.
    Alisha Prakash, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2025
Verb
  • Data held in qubits is affected by data held in other qubits, even when physically separated.
    Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Then the dancers disappeared, too, except for Abraham and a couple, who separated and lapped the stage one last time before leaving.
    Jennifer Homans, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Estate sales are a treasure trove for uncovering vintage clothing, and real hidden gems are often tucked away in unexpected places.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 7 June 2025
  • On a grimy strip of North Graham Street, tucked between industrial supply stores, a hidden gem quietly flourished for over a year.
    Emiene Wright, Charlotte Observer, 6 June 2025
Adjective
  • Back in August 1993, an eight-year-old Harry, along with his older brother Prince William, then 11, enjoyed a private visit to Walt Disney World in Florida with Princess Diana.
    Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 7 June 2025
  • The private club aspect is another major draw, especially for golfers, Short adds.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 6 June 2025
Adjective
  • Keep a distance from tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2025
  • Her mission is clear—to help other women navigate their journey without feeling isolated.
    Sophie Okolo, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Adjective
  • As found in the survey, adults who experience daily loneliness are nearly five times more likely to rate their current life poorly compared to those who aren’t lonely.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
  • Skeletal branches created a cathedral over the lonely vehicle where the 64-year-old man had breathed his last, the winter-gray river placid in the background behind a ramble of fences.
    Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2025
Adjective
  • Even half-days can give working parents enough breathing room to juggle meetings or remote work.
    Lia Miller, Parents, 16 June 2025
  • Scientists study them indirectly, often only using remote observations.
    Daniel Apai, Space.com, 15 June 2025

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“Secluded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secluded. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.

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