Disengage
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Physical Separation
Focuses on detaching physical objects from each other. After the speech, the mayor disengaged his microphone from the stand.
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Literal Use
Usually used in a very literal, concrete sense, referring to tangible things. The mechanic showed her how to disengage the brake system.
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Action-Oriented
Implies an active effort or action to separate things. Use the lever to disengage the gears before servicing the equipment.