left stranded

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When there is no hard shoulder drivers who get into trouble are meant to aim for refuge areas located at regular points, but broken-down cars can sometimes be left stranded in a live lane.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

The wicketkeeper batter was left stranded on 93, but his knock proved the glue that held Sri Lanka's innings together after the top order wobbled against England's spin.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Dozens of people have been left stranded for Christmas after a giant hole emerged in a section of the Llangollen Canal in Shropshire on Monday.

From BBC • Dec. 23, 2025

In particular, Honnold -- who famously climbed El Capitan with no ropes -- pointed to "cuts to search and rescue," which could mean that climbers involved in accidents are left stranded.

From Barron's • Nov. 1, 2025

I cross the street, cut in behind a small church, left stranded here when they redeveloped.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood