100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "leave behind"

Definition

The verb leave behind means to cause someone or something to remain in a particular place when moving away or to abandon them. It can also imply neglecting or failing to take something with you when you depart.

Synonyms

• Abandon
• Forsake
• Desert
• Relinquish
• Discard
• Forget
• Depart from
• Set aside
• Let go of
• Leave out

Antonyms

• Take
• Bring
• Retain
• Keep
• Hold on to
• Accompany
• Gather
• Collect
• Retrieve
• Reclaim

Examples

1. I had to leave behind my old job for a better opportunity.
2. She decided to leave behind her fears and pursue her dreams.
3. They did not want to leave behind any memories of their childhood home.
4. He had to leave behind his favorite books when moving to a new city.
5. The hikers were forced to leave behind their gear due to the storm.
6. She will never leave behind the lessons she learned in school.
7. It was hard for him to leave behind his friends when he moved away.
8. We had to leave behind our plans when the weather turned bad.
9. I can’t believe I left behind my wallet at the restaurant!
10. The artist chose to leave behind traditional methods for modern techniques.
11. They decided to leave behind their worries and enjoy the vacation.
12. The dog was sad to leave behind its owner at the shelter.
13. He always tries to leave behind a positive impression on people he meets.
14. In her speech, she encouraged others to leave behind negativity.
15. I had to leave behind my old car when it broke down.
16. The explorer had to leave behind some supplies to lighten their load.
17. She made a point to leave behind her past mistakes and move forward.
18. The team decided to leave behind their differences for a common goal.
19. He didn’t want to leave behind his childhood toys when he grew up.
20. The company had to leave behind outdated practices to stay competitive.
21. It was painful to leave behind the memories of their time together.
22. The students were told to leave behind their phones during the exam.
23. They were sad to leave behind their favorite vacation spot.
24. I often leave behind my coffee cup when I'm in a hurry.
25. She had to leave behind her old life to start anew.
26. The artist chose to leave behind conventional norms in his work.
27. He promised never to leave behind his loved ones in times of trouble.
28. The children were reluctant to leave behind their toys at the playground.
29. She felt guilty to leave behind her pet when she moved abroad.
30. He decided to leave behind his doubts and embrace the challenge.
31. The soldier vowed to never leave behind a comrade in need.
32. They had to leave behind their plans for the weekend due to work.
33. The group didn’t want to leave behind anyone when they departed.
34. I accidentally left behind my jacket at the party.
35. She promised herself to leave behind procrastination and be more productive.
36. The family had to leave behind their home after the flood.
37. He felt a sense of relief to finally leave behind the pressures of his job.
38. It’s hard to leave behind a place filled with cherished memories.
39. They chose to leave behind material possessions for a simpler life.
40. I had to leave behind my favorite restaurant when I changed neighborhoods.
41. She vowed not to leave behind any unfinished projects.
42. The team was forced to leave behind their equipment for safety reasons.
43. He couldn’t bear to leave behind the last piece of his childhood.
44. The organization aims to help those who have left behind their homes due to crisis.
45. They were glad to leave behind the stress of city life.
46. I often leave behind important documents when rushing out the door.
47. They felt it necessary to leave behind their differences to work together.
48. She decided to leave behind the past and focus on the future.
49. The explorers had to leave behind some of their findings for others to discover.
50. It’s easy to leave behind good intentions when life gets hectic.
51. He had no choice but to leave behind his dreams when he took the job.
52. She tried to leave behind her insecurities and be more confident.
53. The children were excited to leave behind their schoolwork for the summer.
54. He promised not to leave behind any regrets when he travels.
55. The team had to leave behind their equipment due to bad weather.
56. She didn’t want to leave behind her old friends when she moved.
57. The artist decided to leave behind realism for abstract expression.
58. I often leave behind my keys when I'm in a hurry.
59. The couple chose to leave behind their busy careers for a quieter life.
60. They felt compelled to leave behind their comfort zone for personal growth.
61. She was sad to leave behind the beautiful landscapes she had seen.
62. He realized he had to leave behind his toxic relationships.
63. The group made sure not to leave behind any trash after their picnic.
64. They had to leave behind their plans when an emergency arose.
65. I try to leave behind negativity and focus on the positive.
66. The decision to leave behind his hometown was not easy.
67. She vowed to leave behind excuses and take action.
68. They decided to leave behind their technology for a weekend retreat.
69. The soldiers were trained never to leave behind a fallen comrade.
70. I accidentally left behind my lunch at home today.
71. The family had to leave behind their memories when they relocated.
72. She was determined to leave behind a legacy of kindness.
73. It’s hard to leave behind the comforts of home when traveling.
74. They felt it was time to leave behind the past and start fresh.
75. He had to leave behind his favorite games when moving to a new house.
76. She doesn’t want to leave behind any unfinished business.
77. The team was reminded to leave behind any personal conflicts at the door.
78. I always leave behind my umbrella when it rains.
79. The author chose to leave behind her usual writing style for this book.
80. They were sad to leave behind their favorite beach after the vacation.
81. He had to leave behind his old life to pursue a new career.
82. She felt the need to leave behind her inhibitions while performing.
83. The family decided to leave behind their city life for a rural existence.
84. They made a point to not leave behind any unfinished tasks before leaving.
85. I often leave behind my charger when I travel.
86. The teacher encouraged students to leave behind distractions during the test.
87. He was excited to leave behind his worries and embrace new adventures.
88. The organization helps refugees who have left behind their homes.
89. They chose to leave behind their old habits for healthier ones.
90. I was upset when I left behind my favorite sweater in the car.
91. She chose to leave behind her job to travel the world.
92. The children were reluctant to leave behind their toys at the daycare.
93. He promised to leave behind no regrets in his life decisions.
94. The hikers were forced to leave behind their map in the river.
95. She was proud to leave behind a trail of kindness wherever she went.
96. They didn’t want to leave behind their family traditions.
97. He had to leave behind his dreams of becoming a musician for a stable job.
98. The team worked hard to ensure they wouldn’t leave behind any loose ends.
99. I often leave behind my notepad during meetings.
100. She felt it was time to leave behind her doubts and take a leap of faith.