deserted

Example Sentences

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Dubai’s sprawling gold market is deserted, in part because buyers from abroad no longer come, and in part because of dramatic fluctuations in gold prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Ali spoke of another friend who narrowly escaped death, and another who had deserted.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

As much of downtown L.A. continues to feel dark and deserted, local businesses want the city to steal San Francisco’s secret for firing up foot traffic.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

Restaurant terraces sit deserted, while souvenir, watersports and perfume vendors watch for the rare passerby.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

He made his way back to his farm along deserted roads.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson