desert

Definition of "desert"
  1. The act of purposely leaving a person or thing behind
How to use "desert" in a sentence
  1. After seven years of marriage, she was shocked when her husband chose to desert.
  2. The soldier faced serious consequences for choosing to desert his post during a dangerous mission.
  3. The father's decision to desert his family left them in a difficult financial situation.

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