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detach

[dih-tach] / dɪˈtætʃ /


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“I’ll even continue to go with my family at times, with that being said, it’s time to detach myself from it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

The committee heard that the problem related to "cavitation" - when bubbles detach from a propellor and pop, causing damaging vibrations.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

I suggest you detach with love and repay the $1,000 he gave you.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

“It plays on manipulation techniques,” said Small, who has now created a guide for others who are trying to understand how large language models work and are trying to detach themselves.

From Slate • Feb. 2, 2026

"As fast as you possibly can. Our job is to run to win. If that means you have to run until your legs detach from your body, then that's what you do."

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds




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