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to sequester
01
to keep something or someone separate from others
Transitive: to sequester sb/sth
Example
The special needs students were sequestered in a separate classroom to receive tailored instruction.
To ensure confidentiality, confidential documents are sequestered in a secure location.
02
to isolate or separate something or someone from outside influence or contact
Transitive: to sequester sb/sth
Example
During meditation, it 's important to sequester your mind from distractions and find inner peace.
The jury members were sequestered during the high-profile trial to ensure they were not influenced by external factors.
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
Example
Chelating agents can sequester iron ions in the bloodstream, reducing their reactivity and toxicity.
During the purification of proteins, it is important to sequester metal ions that could catalyze unwanted reactions.
04
to legally seize or take possession of property or assets
Transitive: to sequester property or assets
Example
The court ordered to sequester the defendant's assets as part of the bankruptcy proceedings.
The government sequestered the land for public use under eminent domain laws.
05
to seize or take control of property, assets, or resources belonging to an enemy
Transitive: to sequester enemy assets or resources
Example
During the war, the government sequestered enemy-owned factories to prevent them from manufacturing weapons.
The military sequestered enemy vehicles to use in logistical operations behind enemy lines.
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