1
as in indulging
to give (oneself) over to something especially unrestrainedly
more than ready to abandon himself to a life of complete idleness for the duration of his vacation
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2
as in leaving
to cause to remain behind
abandoned the group that he had been hiking with and struck out on his own
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3
as in cancelling
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
the bad weather forced NASA to abandon the launch
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as in discontinuing
to stop doing (something) permanently
marriage customs that were abandoned decades ago
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Recent Examples of abandoning
This doesn't mean making reckless career moves or abandoning job security without proper planning.
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Kara Dennison, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Since arriving at Starbucks during a time of turmoil, Niccol, a former top executive at Chipotle, has tried to rebuild personal connections with customers through initiatives like abandoning pickup-only shops and adjusting the interior design of stores.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 16 Sep. 2025
EchoStar was previously trying to develop its own competing system to the cellular Starlink service before abandoning the plan, following the $17 billion spectrum deal.
—Senior Reporter, PC Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
Brokers who survive are those who adjust without abandoning their foundation.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 13 Sep. 2025
As Magnifico’s powers turn on the Mule, Gaal manages to kick her out of her mind and run away, abandoning her Foundation Suicide Squad.
—Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025
Needless to say, progressive Democrats did not respond to those companies’ overtures by abandoning Trader Joe’s and prosecco to guzzle Buds at Wally World.
—Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
The elderly horse has been at the park since at least 2022, and the owner could face fines or charges for abandoning him.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 5 Sep. 2025
No wonder voters are abandoning them.
—Nicole Russell, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Kara Dennison, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Since arriving at Starbucks during a time of turmoil, Niccol, a former top executive at Chipotle, has tried to rebuild personal connections with customers through initiatives like abandoning pickup-only shops and adjusting the interior design of stores.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 16 Sep. 2025
EchoStar was previously trying to develop its own competing system to the cellular Starlink service before abandoning the plan, following the $17 billion spectrum deal.
—Senior Reporter, PC Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
Brokers who survive are those who adjust without abandoning their foundation.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 13 Sep. 2025
As Magnifico’s powers turn on the Mule, Gaal manages to kick her out of her mind and run away, abandoning her Foundation Suicide Squad.
—Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025
Needless to say, progressive Democrats did not respond to those companies’ overtures by abandoning Trader Joe’s and prosecco to guzzle Buds at Wally World.
—Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
The elderly horse has been at the park since at least 2022, and the owner could face fines or charges for abandoning him.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 5 Sep. 2025
No wonder voters are abandoning them.
—Nicole Russell, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abandoning
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How did Chanel maintain her gamine figure while regularly indulging there?—
Leslie Camhi,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Sep. 2025
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Nominally, this is a feel-good redemption drama, though Perry can’t help indulging some darker impulses as well.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 Sep. 2025
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Federal pandemic funding is expiring, leaving many districts with budget cuts approaching 8%.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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The power adapter plugs into either USB-C port, leaving one free for peripherals.—
Charles Jefferies,
PC Magazine,
18 Sep. 2025
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Carlson asked the state’s environmental agency about the protocol for discontinuing treatment and was told to keep the state posted.—
Anna Clark,
ProPublica,
18 Sep. 2025
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Current prescribing information advises discontinuing Wegovy immediately if pregnancy is recognized.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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After prominent political activist Charlie Kirk was killed at a speaking event at a Utah university last week, an intense, 30-plus-hour manhunt for a suspect in the shooting ended with him peacefully surrendering at a local sheriff’s office, accompanied by his parents.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
19 Sep. 2025
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As your celestial ruler, Venus, takes a dip in your sleepy 12th house of resting, retreating and surrendering to the ebb and flow of your spirit, you’re encouraged to slow down.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
19 Sep. 2025
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Real estate may be the basis of all wealth, but a growing number of millionaires are forsaking homeownership and renting their residences instead.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
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There were rumors circulating that Bieber was under financial stress after canceling his last tour several years back.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Several in attendance Monday took the opportunity to address the crowd, arguing that canceling active missions wastes taxpayer dollars already spent and undermines relationships with international partners who have invested their own time and resources in such projects.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Sanders says that rather than quitting, Underwood was fired for being an incompetent employee.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
16 Sep. 2025
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Within 24 to 48 hours of quitting carbs, your glycogen stores—the body's backup energy supply—start to run out.—
Caitlin Pagán,
Verywell Health,
11 Sep. 2025
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On Friday, the Environmental Protection Agency proposed scrapping a 2010 program that requires polluters to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions — the country’s most comprehensive tracking system.—
Natasha Bracken,
semafor.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The club could have George Valera, Chase DeLauter, Nolan Jones, Noel and Angel Martínez scrapping for opportunities in the spring.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Abandoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abandoning. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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