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abandon

Pronunciation: [əˈbændən]

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Learn how to use abandon in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “giving up”

(verb) to stop caring about or to leave something behind. It means you don't want it anymore or you can't take care of it. Like when someone leaves a pet or a place.

Example

She decided to abandon her old project to focus on something new.

Example

He didn't abandon his friends when they needed help.

Example

Why would someone abandon their dreams?

Context: “relationship”

(verb) to leave someone in a way that makes them feel lonely or without support. This is often about people not being there for someone who needs them.

Example

He felt relieved when he finally abandoned a toxic friendship.

Example

She would never abandon her family, even in tough times.

Example

How does it feel to be abandoned by a friend?

Context: “situation”

(noun) the situation where something or someone is left without care or support. It's like when a place is not being looked after anymore.

Example

The old factory became an abandon, filled with weeds and broken windows.

Example

This garden is not an abandon; it’s well cared for.

Example

What do people do with an abandon like this?

How to pronounce abandon

Pronunciation: [əˈbændən]

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