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seclusion
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The word "seclusion" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use the word "seclusion" to refer to the state of being in solitude or being away from other people. Example: After a long, tiring day at work, I relished the seclusion of my home.
✓ Grammatically correct
News & Media
Encyclopedias
Science
Alternative expressions(7)
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60 human-written examples
I can't vouch for peak season but when I travelled there was plenty of scope for seclusion with acres of empty white sand and uncluttered seas which feel like a bath tub even at three in the morning.
News & Media
Set above a wooded valley, this has the advantage of seclusion (at night you can play "spot the houselight"), while being a 20-minute walk downhill to the Old Ferry Inn at Bodinnick and a slap-up Sunday roast.
News & Media
This is a renowned surfing beach in the quiet southern reaches of the Nicoya peninsula, so total seclusion and wild adventure are the draw here – epic ocean views from the minimalist, open-plan spaces with floor-to-ceiling doors.
News & Media
Its location, combining seclusion with city centre convenience, has always played in its favour and now the place feels buzzing again.
News & Media
So, too, does American diplomacy, for using calibrated concessions to draw the rulers out of their seclusion, culminating in Mr Thein Sein's visit to Washington this week.Yet Mr Thein Sein and Miss Suu Kyi both have much more to do.
News & Media
All too often, though, it makes for an irritatingly disjointed read.One might suppose that prolonged seclusion at Camp David allowed the rivals to build trust.
News & Media
His allies spread across the two provinces, taking control of mineral-smuggling networks worth tens of millions of dollars.Last month Mr Kabila, who was widely criticised for stuffing ballots in last year's re-election campaign, came out of self-imposed seclusion on his farm on the other side of the country, 1,200km (746 miles) to the west, to say he had had enough of the general's antics.
News & Media
They are encouraged to forfeit material possessions, to live in seclusion and refuse to vote or register for the national census.
News & Media
Comprehensive Western sanctions hit home from the mid-1990s onlyrdslightlyslightly alleviated by an injection of Asian money.Yangon, with its old cars and bookshops selling textbooks from the 1950s, attests to this seclusion.
News & Media
But in Saudi Arabia, the principle appears to apply to rape victims who have the temerity to appeal, after they have been convicted along with their aggressors.Last year a 19-year-old woman in the eastern town of Qatif appealed against a sentence of 90 lashes for the crime of khulwa (seclusion) with a man who was not related to her.
News & Media
But most authors are by nature bookworms, happiest in cloistered seclusion.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "seclusion" to emphasize a state of being private and away from the general public, highlighting the potential for peace or introspection.
Common error
Avoid using "seclusion" when you mean "segregation". "Seclusion" implies voluntary or circumstantial separation, while "segregation" suggests a forced separation based on discriminatory factors.
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Linguistic Context
The primary grammatical function of "seclusion" is as a noun. It refers to the state of being isolated or private from others. Ludwig examples confirm this usage, showing it describing both physical places of retreat and states of mind.
Frequent in
News & Media
34%
Encyclopedias
31%
Science
14%
Less common in
Formal & Business
8%
Academia
8%
Wiki
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "seclusion" is a noun indicating the state of being isolated or private, used across various contexts like news, encyclopedias, and scientific articles. Ludwig AI confirms that "seclusion" is correct and usable in written English, as well as the examples provided showcases its use in expressing a desire for privacy or describing a physically isolated place. While similar to words like "isolation" and "privacy", "seclusion" particularly emphasizes the physical separation. Remember to use "seclusion" to highlight the physical distance and sense of being set apart.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
isolation
Focuses on the state of being separated from others, emphasizing a lack of connection.
reclusion
Stresses a voluntary choice to live in seclusion, often for religious or personal reasons.
privacy
Highlights the right to be free from intrusion or observation, emphasizing personal autonomy.
solitude
Emphasizes the positive aspects of being alone, such as reflection and peace.
retreat
Suggests a deliberate withdrawal from society or activity, often for rest or contemplation.
quarantine
Implies enforced isolation, typically to prevent the spread of disease.
withdrawal
Describes the act of pulling back or removing oneself from participation.
remoteness
Highlights the physical distance and inaccessibility of a place or situation.
sequestration
Implies forced or legal separation, often in a formal or institutional setting.
confinement
Focuses on being restricted to a limited space, emphasizing a lack of freedom.
FAQs
How is "seclusion" typically used in a sentence?
What are some words I can use instead of "seclusion"?
What is the difference between "seclusion" and "isolation"?
"Seclusion" often implies a voluntary withdrawal or a naturally private setting, whereas "isolation" can suggest a more imposed or negative separation. "Seclusion" might be chosen for personal reflection, while "isolation" may be forced or undesired.
When is it appropriate to use "seclusion" instead of "privacy"?
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
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Source & Trust
88%
Authority and reliability
4.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested