to be separated from something or someone
After the storm, the village was completely cut off from the rest of the country.
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emotionally isolated
After moving to a new city, she felt completely cut off from her old friends and family.
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1. to be separated from something or someone
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To be unable to reach or connect with people, places, or things, often because something is blocking or stopping you.
After the storm, the village was completely cut off from the rest of the country.
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To feel or be made to feel emotionally isolated or deprived of support, connection, or belonging, especially within a group, family, or community.
After moving to a new city, she felt completely cut off from her old friends and family.
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