abandon

Example Sentences

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"It's truly very sad to know people had to abandon homes built over a lifetime, unsure if they will ever return."

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

"On this day of celebration, let us abandon every desire for conflict, domination and power, and implore the Lord to grant his peace to a world ravaged by wars," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Baidu’s Apollo Go robotaxis froze in traffic in Wuhan, forcing passengers to abandon vehicles and raising safety questions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

They often abandon traditional pop music structures, they don’t shy away from abrasive arrangements, and Ayewa’s lyricism speaks directly to the soul.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

“No skin off my tail. I’ll quit mushrooms and find some other business and you can just abandon Deadwood.”

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman