left behind
Example Sentences
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Sadly, the U.S. is likely to be left behind.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
"Family later discovered that her personal belongings, including her purse, identification, and cell phones had been left behind, prompting concern for her welfare and a missing person investigation," police said.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
“Nobody wants to be left behind on a big move.”
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
In addition to his research, he left behind a sprawling collection of questions known as Erdős problems, which have become a benchmark for measuring progress in math.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
The only sign that anyone—er, anything—had been standing there a moment earlier was the black veil and black dress left behind on the floor.
From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
