isolating

Example Sentences

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"We can confirm that someone who had contact with a hantavirus-exposed individual is currently isolating on Pitcairn Island, showing no signs of illness," said a Pitcairn government spokesman.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

“There are isolating elements of this as well, but those do not outweigh how positive of an experience it has been.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Another US passenger, Dr Stephen Kornfeld – who had helped with the medical crisis while on board – tested positive for hantavirus and is isolating at a nearby biocontainment unit in Omaha.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

French Health Minister Stéphanie Rist said a woman was isolating in Paris and her health was deteriorating, with 22 contact cases traced.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

HARRY: Al—Albus, I’ve been exchanging owls with Professor McGonagall—she says you’re isolating yourself—you’re uncooperative in lessons—you’re surly—you’re — ALBUS: So what would you like me to do?

From "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" by J.K. Rowling