Example Sentences

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Mason’s project is a prime example of how journalists are reaching audiences who have abandoned traditional TV for streaming.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Russia and China, two of Tehran's major allies which supplied many of Iran's air defence systems, "have abandoned them", Fainberg added, leaving Iran unable to replenish systems damaged in the fighting.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

I could have abandoned the car idea entirely, but I wanted the freedom to roam.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

Many of us will have abandoned our goals by mid-January.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2025

“Sensible of him! Capricorn would have abandoned Meggie up in the mountains and you’d never have seen her again.”

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke