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distancing
The act of distancing oneself, in terms of content or personally, from a person, group, statement, or ideology. This makes it clear that one does not support it or does not agree with it.
Nach dem Skandal erfolgte eine klare Distanzierung des Vorstands von den Handlungen des Geschäftsführers.
After the scandal, the board clearly distanced itself from the actions of the managing director.
The word 'Distanzierung' (distancing) is a noun derived from the verb 'sich distanzieren' (to distance oneself). The ending '-ung' turns the action of the verb into a feminine noun that describes the process or the result.
Die Distanzierung von extremistischen Ideen ist ein wichtiger Schritt.
Distancing oneself from extremist ideas is an important step.
The noun 'Distanzierung' (distancing) is almost always used with the preposition 'von' (from) and the dative. This expresses what someone is distancing themselves from, either in terms of content or personally.
Die Distanzierung von den Aussagen ihres Parteikollegen war unmissverständlich.
Her distancing from the statements of her party colleague was unmistakable.
'Distanzierung' (distancing) is often used with adjectives such as 'klar' (clear), 'deutlich' (clear/explicit), or 'öffentlich' (public) to emphasize how unambiguous the distancing is. A common demand in politics is for a 'klare Distanzierung' (clear distancing).
Die Presse forderte eine öffentliche Distanzierung des Ministers von dem Skandal.
The press demanded a public distancing of the minister from the scandal.
separation
'die Trennung' and 'die Distanzierung' both have to do with distance. 'Trennung' usually means that people, things, or areas are actually separated from one another. This can be practical, spatial, or also in a relationship. 'Distanzierung' more often means that someone distances themselves from a person, group, opinion, or statement and shows: I do not support this. Learners may confuse the words because both express a kind of distance. If it is about an actual separation or division, 'Trennung' fits. If it is about attitude, opinion, or personally setting oneself apart, 'Distanzierung' fits better.
Nach der Kritik veröffentlichte der Verein eine klare Distanzierung von der Aussage.
After the criticism, the association published a clear distancing from the statement.
Die Trennung von Arbeit und Freizeit fällt ihm im Homeoffice schwer.
He finds it hard to separate work and free time when working from home.