hold (oneself) aloof from (someone or something)

old-fashioned To remain detached from or uninvolved with someone or something, especially in an indifferent or supercilious manner. Khalid has always held himself aloof from local politics, which he considers to be a waste of valuable time. I implore you to hold yourself aloof from those partygoers and layabouts in college. After all, you are there to study so you can get a good career out of it! Good luck holding yourself aloof from the family drama if you're going to Thanksgiving dinner.