detaches
Pronunciation: [dɪˈtætʃɪz]
Word
Context: "physical separation"
(verb) to remove something from something else. It means to make something come apart or not stick together anymore, like when you pull a sticker off a piece of paper.
Example
She carefully detaches the label from the jar.
Example
He couldn't detach the paper from the glue; it was stuck too hard.
Example
How do you detach the pieces of this puzzle?
Context: "emotional separation"
(verb) to separate yourself from emotions or feelings about a situation. This can mean that you try not to get too involved or upset about something.
Example
She learns to detach herself from the stress of work.
Example
He found it hard to detach from his feelings during the argument.
Example
How can someone detach from their emotions when they feel overwhelmed?
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