English

walk out on

Meaning: to abandon or leave someone suddenly, especially a partner or family member
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base walk out on
3rd person singular present walks out on
Present participle walking out on
Past walked out on
Will future will walk out on
Going-to future going to walk out on
Imperative negative don't walk out on / do not walk out on

Example

After the argument, he walked out on his family.
After the argument, he walked out on his family.

Usage Notes

This phrasal verb is emotionally strong. It usually implies deserting someone who expected loyalty or support.

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