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demonstrate detachment

[ˌdɛmənˈstreɪt dɪˈtætʃmənt]
verb phrase
demonstrar desapego
1. To show or exhibit a state of emotional distance, indifference, or lack of emotional involvement in a situation or relationship
She continued to demonstrate detachment even as her friends expressed their concerns.
Ela continuou a demonstrar desapego mesmo quando seus amigos expressaram suas preocupações.
2. To display a deliberate separation of oneself from circumstances, emotions, or attachments
The philosopher tried to demonstrate detachment from worldly possessions.
O filósofo tentou demonstrar desapego dos bens materiais.
NYC Slang
keep it cool; play it cool; stay detached
Synonyms
show indifferencedisplay apathyexhibit coolnessreveal disinterestmanifest aloofness
Antonyms
show attachmentdemonstrate involvementexhibit concerndisplay engagementshow passion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstrar desapego
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
mostrar frieza
Common colloquial alternative emphasizing emotional coldness
São Paulo
demonstrar distanciamento emocional
More technical/formal variant in business contexts
Portugal
demonstrar desapego
Standard usage, same as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep one's distance
remain aloof
show a poker face
maintain emotional distance
put on an air of indifference
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