Disengaging

/ˌdɪsɪnˈɡeɪdʒɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle of disengage; the process of separating, disconnecting, or breaking free.

Etymology

Present participle of 'disengage' with '-ing' suffix. It can be used as both a verb form and a gerund describing the action itself.

Kelly Says

In conversations about mental health, 'disengaging from social media' is often recommended as a healthy strategy, but the gerund form suggests it's an ongoing process, not a one-time decision.

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