disassociate

Example Sentences

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In trying to disassociate herself from the scandal, Melania’s lack of acknowledgment of her husband’s ties to Epstein stands out as a confusing, but increasingly familiar, bit of cognitive dissonance.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

Realistically, my husband and I would probably end the day by binge-watching bad reality TV to decompress and disassociate for a little bit — something like “Love Island.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 5, 2025

He thinks the problem is worse in cities, where "you disassociate yourself" and might not worry as much about disturbing fellow passengers.

From BBC • Aug. 29, 2025

In their moments of agony, they disassociate from their own bodies and, arguably, never fully return.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2024

The boys from the neighboring room flinched and took a quick step backward, trying to disassociate themselves.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart