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sequestration

/sɪˈkwestrəʊʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does sequestration mean?

noun

The act of separating or isolating something, especially a person or a group, from others, often for a specific purpose or period of time. This can be done for various reasons, such as financial or health reasons.

Example

"The government implemented a sequestration of funds to reduce the national debt."

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