There are no bridges to connect the island with the mainland, a big factor contributing to the island's relative isolation and rural character.

All contribute to his eventual self-imposed isolation from society, represented by a metaphorical wall.

Some sources have suggested the lack of community may have contributed to her isolation.

This has contributed immeasurably to Danny's isolation from other women.

The Poles shunned Germans which contributed to their isolation.

The hubris and mistakes that contributed to America's current isolation began long before the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.

He was also increasingly critical of his subordinates' behavior and ideology, which probably contributed to his isolation inside the party he led.

Vietnam contributed to its long diplomatic isolation by sending troops into Cambodia late in 1978 and keeping them there for almost 11 years.

Juche means self-reliance, and has contributed to North Korea's isolation.

Szwed suggests that Blount felt shame about it and the condition contributed to his isolation.