as in discipline
suffering, loss, or hardship imposed in response to a crime or offense
the robbers got their just deserts
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1
as in rejects
to leave (a cause or party) often in order to take up another
the volunteer became disillusioned with his candidate and deserted to a political rival
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2
as in leaves
to cause to remain behind
deserted the kids at the food court for some independent shopping
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deserts
Noun
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His biggest flaws, like gap discipline, can be coached up.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025 -
Saturn, on the other hand, brings the energy of discipline, structure and accountability to the mystical realm of Pisces.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The formula works into a moisturizing lather that leaves coils bouncy and ready for styling.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
28 Dec. 2024
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Unlike hiding apps — typically done by moving them to a folder or using a third-party launcher, which still leaves them accessible from the app drawer — Private Space creates a separate, secure area within your phone that is completely isolated.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
28 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Millennials—and even some Gen Z users—were quick to flood the comments with corrections and critiques.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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The immediate price impact of a Harris victory might have been substantial – perhaps even triggering a significant market correction.—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
Verb
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On June 14 Putin had said Russia would agree to a ceasefire and peace talks only if Ukraine withdraws from the four oblasts, abandons plans to join NATO, and recognizes Crimea and Sevastopol as part of Russia.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
17 Dec. 2024
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His ability to do this in perpetuity is questionable; Russian victory is inevitable only if the West abandons Ukraine.—
Mitch McConnell,
Foreign Affairs,
16 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Please remember that Rikers is not meant to be a place for punishment.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
28 Jan. 2025
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Only in the mid-nineteenth century did the English word become synonymous with the idea of time coming to a full stop, signalling both punishment and redemption.—
Arthur Krystal,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Sorkin’s assessment is supported by a funny scene with Bradley Whitford’s Josh Lyman.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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Typically performed by primary care physicians or urologists, the diagnosis of ED primarily involves a physical exam, assessment of medical history, and mental health evaluation.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Both will finish their sentences on February 18, 2025.—
Luke Garrett,
NPR,
19 Jan. 2025
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All of the Americans were eventually allowed to return to the U.S. after pleading guilty, paying a fine and having their sentences suspended.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
19 Jan. 2025
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However, Democrats were quick to note that the ex-sister-in-law not only put her name on the affidavit but swore an oath under a penalty of perjury.—
Al Weaver,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
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Data breaches and cyberattacks jeopardize patient information, erode trust and incur heavy penalties.—
Paul Kovalenko,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Deserts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deserts. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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