CEFR B2

disengage

verb

Meaning

To stop fighting or attacking; to withdraw from a conflict or engagement.

Examples

The commander ordered his troops to disengage from the battlefield.
After a brief skirmish, both sides decided to disengage.

Synonyms: withdraw, retreat, pull back, cede

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disengage (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˌdɪs.ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/

Definition

To stop fighting or attacking; to withdraw from a conflict or engagement.

Examples

The commander ordered his troops to disengage from the battlefield.
After a brief skirmish, both sides decided to disengage.
It is often difficult for armies to disengage once a battle has begun.

How to Use disengage

disengage from (prepositional phrase): To stop being involved with or fighting against something or someone. — "The negotiator worked to disengage the hostages from their captors."
disengage the (collocation): To disconnect or release a specific mechanical part. — "Please disengage the starter motor once the engine is running."

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