left stranded
Example Sentences
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In April, about 100 people were left stranded in Milan after a flight to Manchester left without them.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
The BBC has heard from other disabled people who say they too are being left "stranded" in hospital as disputes over their NHS-funded care outside of hospital go on for months.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Belgian authorities on Wednesday investigated drone sightings that halted air traffic overnight at several airports, as flights resumed after hundreds of passengers were left stranded.
From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025
In particular, Honnold -- who famously climbed El Capitan with no ropes -- pointed to "cuts to search and rescue," which could mean that climbers involved in accidents are left stranded.
From Barron's • Nov. 1, 2025
I cross the street, cut in behind a small church, left stranded here when they redeveloped.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
