disengaging

"The carpenter used clamps to hold the wooden boards together while the glue dried. "

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"The dolphins became entangled in a fishing net."

"After the Thanksgiving meal, Bill loosened his belt."

"My morning journey to school takes about 20 minutes by bus. "

"The washing machine has interlocks to stop the drum from spinning when the door is open. "

"He listened carefully to his mother's concerns, feeling sorrowful about her disappointment. "

"The farmer is docking the lambs' tails to prevent future infections. "

"The train station was crowded with people waiting for their trains. "

"The astronaut trained for years before her mission to the moon. "

"The beginning of the school year is always exciting. "

"The release of the trapped students from the burning building was a joyous occasion. "