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insulate

[in-suh-leyt, ins-yuh-] / ˈɪn səˌleɪt, ˈɪns yə- /


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Hiding behind the state law that seemingly legalized Villarreal’s arrest “does not and cannot insulate the officials from liability,” Sotomayor argued.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2026

Russia will likely seek to further insulate its drone program from future Iran-related shocks.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

“We’re not trying to insulate ourselves from accountability,” said Douglas Saeltzer, president of the attorney group, in an interview.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Massive oil stockpiles and a shift to electric vehicles are helping to insulate the Chinese economy from supply disruptions in the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

“This will insulate you from the cold,” she said.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane