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estranged

/ɪˈstreɪndʒd/ /ɛˈstreɪndʒd/

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verb

Enajenar, distanciar

To cause to feel less close or friendly; alienate. To cease contact with (particularly of a family member or spouse, especially in form estranged).

Examples :

"The argument with her sister completely estranged them; they haven't spoken in months. "

La discusión con su hermana las distanció por completo; no se han hablado en meses.

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verb

Alejar, enajenar

To remove from an accustomed place or set of associations.

Examples :

"The noisy construction project estranged the family from their peaceful garden. "

El ruidoso proyecto de construcción alejó a la familia de su tranquilo jardín.

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adjective

Distanciado, separado

Having become a stranger, of one who formerly was close, as a relative, friend, lover, or spouse.

Examples :

"After a heated argument, Sarah felt estranged from her best friend, Emily, who had always been so close to her. "

Después de una acalorada discusión, Sarah se sintió distanciada de su mejor amiga, Emily, que siempre había sido tan cercana a ella.

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