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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sequester

/sɛˈkwestər/ verb · British & US
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What does sequester mean?

verb

to isolate or separate someone or something from others, especially to prevent them from influencing a decision or investigation. to keep something, especially money, for oneself or a particular group.

Example

"The judge sequestered the jury to prevent them from being influenced by media coverage of the trial."

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