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to leave to
[phrase form: leave]
01
to allow someone to be alone or continue their work without being interrupted
Ditransitive: to leave to sb a task
Examples
The teacher left the students to their studies, providing them with ample time to complete their assignments.
I'm going to leave you to your painting while I go make some lunch.
02
to let someone else decide, choose, or do something because one trusts their judgment or ability
Ditransitive: to leave to a task or decision sb
Examples
The teacher left the choice of the book to be read to the students.
I'm leaving the final decision on the matter to the experts.
