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

And fair enough if someone wanted to look at the work, but I could not disassociate him naming from his work.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

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

Honestly, I was just trying to be in the moment and not disassociate, which I’ve done in the past in scenes like that.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 19, 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