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Abandon

Uh-BA-nduhn

/ʌˈbændʌn/

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abandon

Dictionary meaning

The trait of lacking restraint or control.

Examples

  • I abandoned my vacation plans when it was clear no-one was interested.
  • They abandoned me when things got rough.

Synonyms: wantonness

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