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deserted

/dɪˈzɜːtəd/

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verb

To leave (anything that depends on one's presence to survive, exist, or succeed), especially when contrary to a promise or obligation; to abandon; to forsake.

Examples :

"The company president deserted the struggling business, leaving many employees without jobs. "

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verb

To leave one's duty or post, especially to leave a military or naval unit without permission.

Examples :

"Anyone found deserting will be punished."

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adjective

(of a place) Abandoned, without people.

Examples :

"The park was deserted on a cold, rainy Tuesday. "

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adjective

Examples :

"The school playground was deserted after the final bell, leaving only a few stray leaves skittering across the empty asphalt. "

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