leave sb stranded
Frequency: 7.515.3 per million words
To cause someone to be unable to leave a place.
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- Thousands of air passengers were left stranded by the strike.
- The sudden cancellation of flights left many tourists stranded at the airport.
- If you miss the last bus, it will leave you stranded in the middle of nowhere.
- The storm has left thousands of homes without power and many residents stranded.
- Always carry extra cash, or you might find yourself left stranded without a way home.
- Due to the unexpected flood, several villages were left stranded and cut off from aid.
- His sudden departure left her stranded and alone in a foreign city.
- Don't leave your friends stranded without a ride after the concert.
- The broken-down car was leaving them stranded on a deserted road.
- The severe weather conditions left hundreds of travelers stranded in remote areas.