| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
leave behind [ˈliːv bɪˈhaɪnd] | to forget or not take something or someone with you |
Other meanings
- to cause something to remain after you go
- to surpass or outdo someone
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "leave behind"
- She accidentally left behind her keys.
- The war left behind deep scars on the country.
- His innovative ideas have left behind his competitors.
Features of Using "leave behind"
This phrasal verb is usually used in a literal sense (forgetting something when moving) and in a figurative sense (emotional, historical, or competitive context). It can refer to both objects and people.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb leave
leave out
to omit something or someone
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