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Disengaging

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dis·en·gage  (dsn-gj)
v. dis·en·gaged, dis·en·gag·ing, dis·en·gag·es
v.tr.
1. To release from something that holds fast, connects, or entangles. See Synonyms at extricate.
2. To release (oneself) from an engagement, pledge, or obligation.
v.intr.
To free or detach oneself; withdraw.
disen·gagement n.


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"There," said the Ferryman, hauling him ashore and disengaging him, "you are now in the City of Political Distinction.
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