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to sequester
01
to keep something or someone separate from others
Transitive: to sequester sb/sth
Examples
The special needs students were sequestered in a separate classroom to receive tailored instruction.
02
to isolate or separate something or someone from outside influence or contact
Transitive: to sequester sb/sth
Examples
During meditation, it 's important to sequester your mind from distractions and find inner peace.
03
to isolate a substance, typically a metal ion, within a compound to prevent it from reacting with other substances
Transitive: to sequester a substance
Examples
Chelating agents can sequester iron ions in the bloodstream, reducing their reactivity and toxicity.
04
to legally seize or take possession of property or assets
Transitive: to sequester property or assets
Examples
The court ordered to sequester the defendant's assets as part of the bankruptcy proceedings.
05
to seize or take control of property, assets, or resources belonging to an enemy
Transitive: to sequester enemy assets or resources
Examples
During the war, the government sequestered enemy-owned factories to prevent them from manufacturing weapons.
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