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Individually separate or disconnected from others
Disconnected and not attached to anything
“Diane felt somewhat disengaged from those around her.”
Doing nothing in particular
Impartial and not taking sides
Released or dismissed from duty or a role
In an idle state due to not being used or employed
Empty or not occupied
Having been laid off from a job
Past tense for to untie or unfasten something tied or fastened
“But without being able to see the moving parts, I have no idea how to disengage the lock.”
Past tense for to set free, especially from entanglement or difficulty
“I cast myself upon the ground and sought to disengage the manacles of my soul.”
Past tense for to leave or withdraw from a commitment or responsibility
“Individuals from both universities and communities who do not find their goals met tend to disengage from the partnership.”
Past tense for to keep apart or separate from others
Past tense for to turn or switch off (something)
Past tense for to put a body part, such as a bone or joint, out of its usual place
Past tense for to remove oneself from a group that one has been associated with
Past tense for to retreat from an enemy or an attacking position
Past tense for to remove or take out, especially with effort or force
Past tense for to cut or trim to a short length, especially hair
Past tense for to bother or cause unease to one's mental or emotional state
Past tense for unburden
Past tense for to become less serious or severe
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