abandon
verb (used with object)
to leave completely and finally; forsake utterly; desert.
abandoning
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present participleof abandon.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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None of this requires abandoning younger demographics or reinventing a business overnight.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 10, 2026
The soldiers were reportedly arrested on 20 October in Walikale, where they were accused of abandoning their positions and fleeing during clashes with FRN fighters.
From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2026
In the world’s Catholic stronghold, millions are abandoning churches for a world of personal faith, ancient rituals and supernatural beliefs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 8, 2026
Fielder says he considered abandoning the project rather than accepting Evans’ demands.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 26, 2026
“She’s supposed to be guarding the school, why’s she suddenly abandoning her post to come and see Dumbledore when he’s not even here?”
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
