recreant

"A ticket admits one into a playhouse."

"Facing the overwhelming evidence, the defendant surrendered to the police. "

"Feeling overwhelmed by the difficult exam, she considered abandoning her studies for the night. "

"an officer betrayed the city"

"The storm devastated the entire city, leaving most buildings in ruins. "

"Wellington defeated Napoleon at Waterloo."

"if I make a promise, I always stick to it;  he broke his promise"

"The knight's training involved participating in a series of tournaments, preparing him for future battles. "

"That famous singer, somebody everyone recognizes, is performing at the school concert. "

"The student was considered unfaithful to their religious beliefs, choosing not to attend services. "

"The teacher threw a challenge to the students: "Who can solve this difficult math problem?" "

"My closest confident, my sister, always listens patiently and gives good advice. "