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to sequester
01
to keep something or someone separate from others
02
to isolate or separate something or someone from outside influence or contact
03
to isolate a substance, typically a metal ion, within a compound to prevent it from reacting with other substances
04
to legally seize or take possession of property or assets
05
to seize or take control of property, assets, or resources belonging to an enemy
Example
The rare book collection was sequestered in a temperature-controlled vault for preservation.
The VIP guests were sequestered in a private lounge away from the general attendees of the event.
To ensure confidentiality, confidential documents are sequestered in a secure location.
The special needs students were sequestered in a separate classroom to receive tailored instruction.
The wildlife sanctuary sequestered endangered species in protected habitats to ensure their survival.