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detach from

[dɪˈtætʃ frɒm]
verb
desapegar-se de, desprender-se de, separar-se de
1. to disconnect or remove something physically from something else
Detach the cable from the power outlet before cleaning.
Desconecte o cabo da tomada antes de limpar.
2. to separate oneself emotionally or psychologically from someone or something
It's important to detach from toxic relationships.
É importante desapegar-se de relacionamentos tóxicos.
3. to distance oneself mentally or emotionally
The therapist advised her to detach from her parents' expectations.
A terapeuta aconselhou-a a se desprender das expectativas dos pais.
NYC Slang
cut ties with, let go of
Synonyms
disconnect fromseparate fromdisengage fromdistance oneself fromlet go of
Antonyms
attach toconnect toengage withcling toembrace

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desapegar-se de, desprender-se de
most commonly used in both physical and emotional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
largar mão de, se soltar de
more colloquial usage
São Paulo
desapegar-se de, separar-se de
formal and informal usage both common
Portugal
desprender-se de, afastar-se de
slightly more formal tone preferred

Related Idioms & Phrases

detach from reality - perder o contato com a realidade
detach from one's emotions - distanciar-se das próprias emoções
learn to detach - aprender a soltar
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