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Quarantines Meaning in English

word · lemma: quarantine

ˈkwɔɹənˌtaɪnz/, /ˈkwɔɹənˌtinz
KWOR-uhn-teenz
kwˈɒɹɑːntˌiːn
kwor-AAN-teenz

Definição

'Quarantines' are periods when people or animals are kept away from others to prevent the spread of disease. It can also refer to the official orders or situations where this happens.

Uso & Nuances

'Quarantines' is a plural noun. Commonly refers to public health situations or laws, often used during outbreaks. It can describe both the policy and the period of isolation. Don't confuse with 'isolate' (the action), though they're related.

Frases de Exemplo

The country ordered strict quarantines for travelers.

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Schools closed during the quarantines last year.

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New quarantines stopped the virus from spreading.

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After months of quarantines, people were eager to travel again.

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The government lifted most quarantines as cases declined.

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We got used to shopping online during the long quarantines.

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