Shut yourself away

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verb

To isolate oneself by choice from the outside world or society.

After his mother passed away, he shut himself away for months.
Visual representation of "shut yourself away" - To isolate oneself by choice from the outside world or society

Often appears as...

  • shut yourself away from the world
  • shut yourself away in your room
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Emotional Impact

The phrase often carries a feeling of sadness or the need for solitude.

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She was overwhelmed and decided to shut herself away for a while.
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Voluntary Isolation

It's a personal choice to avoid contact with others, not forced by someone else.

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He needed to study, so he shut himself away until exams were over.
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Short or Long

The duration can vary from a few hours to an extended period of time.

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After the argument, Jenna shut herself away for the rest of the evening.
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