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seclusion

[si-kloo-zhuhn] / sɪˈklu ʒən /


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“This is more than a home… it’s a private sanctuary, brought back to life with care, style, and enduring character. A rare opportunity for those seeking space, seclusion, and authentic Spanish charm.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Mitch returns to seclusion but is finally able to write poetry again.

From Salon • Feb. 5, 2026

Longford records Victoria’s bereaved seclusion at Windsor Castle and her resulting mid-life unpopularity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

Gemma Grant, of the Challenging Behaviour Foundation charity, said school staff face enormous challenges but seclusion rooms are "outdated and inhumane" and should be banned.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2025

At the end of our seclusion, the lodges and all their contents were burned, destroying our last links to childhood, and a great ceremony was held to welcome us as men to society.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela