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left

[left] / lɛft /
ADJECTIVE
on west side when facing north
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WEAK


ADJECTIVE
politically liberal
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Example Sentences

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A federal emergency management official recently made a claim that has left colleagues scratching their heads and the internet buzzing.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

It is the first time since 1972 that humans have left Earth's orbit.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

That left U.S. chemical companies, which use cheap and abundant natural gas to make their plastic products, to boost production and raise prices at furious rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Ravens ate the couple’s two eggs when they were left unattended for several hours.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

At least he waited for me to be safe before he left.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith