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What is the phrasal verb for abandoned?

There isn't a single perfect phrasal verb that means "abandoned" in all contexts. The closest options are:

1. Give up on: This implies a loss of hope or interest in something.

* Example: The team gave up on the project after repeated failures.

2. Leave behind: This implies that something or someone is left in a place without being taken care of.

* Example: The family left behind their home after the hurricane.

3. Dump (someone/something): This is a more informal way of saying that someone or something has been left behind, often in a negative or unpleasant way.

* Example: He dumped his old girlfriend for a younger one.

The best phrasal verb to use will depend on the specific context and the meaning you want to convey.

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