What is another word for leaving in a lurch?
Pronunciation: [lˈiːvɪŋ ɪn ɐ lˈɜːt͡ʃ] (IPA) 
When someone abandons another person in a difficult situation, it can be described in different ways. For instance, leaving someone hanging, deserting, or neglecting someone can also mean leaving in a lurch. If someone fails to fulfill their obligations or responsibilities, they may have stranded or ditched someone in a tight spot. When we say that someone has let another person down, they have also left them in a lurch. These are all synonyms to describe a situation where someone has been left without support or aid at a critical time, making things much more difficult.
