INSULATES Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

insulates

verb

present tense third-person singular of insulate

as in separates

to set or keep apart from others tried to insulate their children from the often disturbing news in the mass media

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Recent Examples of insulates Meta also claims Section 230 of the federal Communications Decency Act, which insulates social media companies from liability over content posted by third parties, and the First Amendment prevent it from being held liable. — Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026 Beyond strengthening supply chain security, this domestic loop insulates manufacturers from international commodity price shocks and significantly cuts the environmental impact of raw material extraction. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026 Some shades also have a core layer that insulates against heat. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 26 June 2026 The lactic acid from the yogurt tenderizes the meat while the fatty mayo insulates it, making for a particularly juicy result. — Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 June 2026 However, justices serve lifetime appointments and are not directly accountable to voters, which insulates them from electoral pressure. — Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2026 Unlike oil, natural gas is predominantly sold into regional markets, which greatly insulates our heating bills from international disruptions. — Wes Zebrowski, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026 Silicone insulates more than parchment, slowing the cookie’s ability to set in the oven. — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026 Adding an annual application of mulch keeps garden beds looking tidy, prevents weeds, and insulates the soil so plant roots don’t dry out too quickly. — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 15 Apr. 2026

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The condition increases the risk of serious complications including placental abruption, in which the placenta separates from the uterus before delivery.

— Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
Navigating these forks is a mental burden that separates experienced physicians from those just starting out.

— Arya Rao, STAT, 19 Aug. 2026

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