to separate or isolate someone often with the goal of protecting them
The judge ordered the jury to be sequestered in the interest of protecting them from outside influence.
The team was sequestered in a secure room to prevent information outflow.
a list of preferred candidates from a longer list.
Most candidates came from the hiring manager’s shortlist.
We will create a shortlist of the most impressive speakers.
to be an innovator
The startup trailblazed new paths for analyzing patient blood.
I wanted to trailblaze a new road in the field of pharmacy.
worthy of praise, deserving of admiration
The actions of the firefighters were commendable.
The commendable job performed by the team resulted in their receiving an award.
profitable
If it weren’t for how lucrative this work was, I would never do it.
While the industry on the whole was lucrative in the late ‘90s, I think much has changed since that time.
causing disagreement or conflict
The new policy was especially divisive among young tenants.
Divisive policies always lead to fights in court.
burdensome or difficult
The task was onerous, but I was up to a challenge.
The onerous terms and conditions of the contract made it impossible to move forward.
weak, (often) cheap, or poorly constructed
The flimsy radio I bought from the store fell apart after two months.
The structure of the tent seemed a bit flimsy, but I slept in it anyways.
