abandon

Example Sentences

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Tuesday, OpenAI announced it was abandoning its video-production aspirations, giving Disney a graceful exit until the next model storms the castle.

From Salon

Morgan abandoned its long-held bullish stance on the lawn- and garden-care company, citing the effects of the Iran war on future profits.

From MarketWatch

One resident, who declined to be named, told BBC Scotland News they were relieved the plans have been abandoned.

From BBC

The peace plan reportedly included demands for Iran to abandon its nuclear programme, limit its ballistic missiles and allow the Strait of Hormuz to reopen, among other conditions.

From BBC

She told jurors that her near-constant social media use "really affected my self-worth," saying the apps led her to abandon hobbies, struggle to make friends and constantly measure herself against others.

From Barron's