abandoning

[US]/[æbˈændənɪŋ]/
[UK]/[əˈbændənɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To leave completely and finally; to give up.; To cease to support or adhere to.; To leave behind.
adj.Relating to the act of abandoning.

Phrases & Collocations

abandoning hope

abandoning ship

abandoning all

abandoning the project

abandoning efforts

abandoned plans

abandoning post

abandoning caution

abandoning principles

abandoning the idea

Example Sentences

the company is considering abandoning the project due to rising costs.

after years of searching, she finally abandoned hope of finding him.

they risked abandoning their car on the deserted highway.

the politician was criticized for abandoning his previous stance on the issue.

the team decided on abandoning the traditional strategy for a new approach.

he admitted to abandoning his responsibilities as a parent.

the hikers were forced to abandon their plans due to the severe weather.

the old factory was abandoned years ago and now stands in ruins.

the dog was abandoned by its owner and wandered the streets alone.

the government is abandoning its policy of strict price controls.

she was hesitant about abandoning her comfortable routine for a new career.

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