deserted
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Out of nowhere, McIlroy took control of a swing that had deserted him.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
Ali spoke of another friend who narrowly escaped death, and another who had deserted.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
Rail and bus stations were largely deserted as most state institutions, schools and universities shifted to a four-day working week.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
Alberto Rodríguez, 73, limped with a cane down a deserted industrial street.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026
An hour ago, when Stanton had left the Seward home, the street was deserted.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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