abandon
Pronunciation: [əˈbændən]
Word
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?
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