recluse

Example Sentences

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Wilding, a shy man who lived alone, was known to his neighbors as a “recluse” and a “hermit.”

From Los Angeles Times

Dawn, who is unable to work following decades of mental and physical health issues, says her experiences transformed her from a "very sociable child" into a "recluse".

From BBC

The police warned her of a threat against her - known as a TM1 notice - and she described being in "turmoil" and becoming a recluse.

From BBC

Born in Virginia, D'Angelo was something of a recluse and only periodically surfaced to release music, most of which was received favorably by fans and critics.

From Barron's

He’s a bit of a recluse, but he plays by the rules and demands the same from Fito.

From Los Angeles Times