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Abandon

Noun:

1. The act of giving up or relinquishing something, such as a responsibility or a claim.

Example Sentence: The soldier's abandonment of his post during the battle led to dire consequences.

Verb:

1. To leave behind or give up completely.

Example Sentence: The animal shelter urged people not to abandon their pets.

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Verb/Expression:

1. To behave recklessly or without inhibition.

Example Sentence: At the carnival, the children abandoned their worries and enjoyed the rides.

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Adjective:

1. Denoting something that is no longer used, occupied, or maintained.

Example Sentence: The abandoned house was taken over by nature.

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