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leave in the middle

VERB
endanger
Synonyms
STRONGEST
expose imperil menace threaten
STRONG
chance hazard peril risk venture
WEAK
be careless chance it lay on the line lay open leave defenseless make liable play into one's hands put at risk put in danger put on the spot stick one's neck out subject to loss
Antonyms
STRONGEST
guard help protect save
WEAK
aid assist comfort take care

Example Sentences

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Several clips being shared on X have shown families standing up to leave in the middle of the show, while others appear to be in shock at what is taking place.

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2023

It’s all so fun that, unlike in the animated movie, Ariel doesn’t secretly leave in the middle of the song, but instead sings with Sebastian throughout the latter choruses.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2023

Officers entered restaurants and ordered diners to leave in the middle of meals.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 2, 2022

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers released Antonio Brown on Thursday following his decision to leave in the middle of their comeback win over the New York Jets over the weekend.

From Fox News • Jan. 6, 2022

But I see him get up and leave in the middle of the night, so I follow him.

From "Legend" by Marie Lu

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