Suchen
to desert
01
verlassen, im Stich lassen
to abandon a person or an organization when they are in need or at a critical moment
Transitive: to desert sb
Example
The politician 's advisors deserted him after a major scandal broke, leaving him to face the media storm alone.
He vowed never to desert the cause, even when others abandoned it for personal gain.
He was criticized for deserting his team just before the big match, putting their chances of success at risk.
02
verlassen, desertieren
to abandon or leave a place, typically suddenly or without intending to return
Transitive: to desert a place
Example
During the storm, many tourists deserted the beach, seeking shelter indoors.
The once bustling town was deserted after the gold rush ended.
Fearing for their safety, the refugees deserted the city at the first sign of violence.
03
desertieren, verlassen
to leave the army, navy, etc. without permission or without fulfilling one's obligations
Transitive: to desert a military duty
Example
Many soldiers deserted their posts during the war, seeking safety elsewhere.
The soldiers were punished for deserting their duty during the battle.
He was accused of deserting his team in their time of need.
Desert
01
Wüste
a large, dry area of land with very few plants, typically one covered with sand
Example
At night, the desert can become very cold.
He spent three days in the desert with no water.
During the day, the heat in the desert can be unbearable.
02
Verdienst, Anspruch
(usually plural) a person's deservingness of or entitlement to reward or punishment
Beispiel
The politician's advisors deserted him after a major scandal broke, leaving him to face the media storm alone.
He vowed never to desert the cause, even when others abandoned it for personal gain.
He was criticized for deserting his team just before the big match, putting their chances of success at risk.
She felt utterly betrayed when her closest colleagues deserted her in the midst of the company's crisis.
Many fans deserted the team after a string of poor performances, but a few remained loyal despite the losses.
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