lämna någon åt sitt öde
Meaning: To abandon someone, leaving them to deal with consequences on their own.
Language: Swedish
Literally: leave someone to their fate
Category: Daily Life
Origin: Origin uncertain; the phrase pictures someone cast aside to face whatever comes without aid or support.
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