No. 15,088 in Russian
покидала
"Покидала" is a colloquial term in Russian meaning "someone who leaves or abandons (frequently or habitually)."
In a sentence
Она покидала дом в спешке.
She left the house in a hurry.
Here, 'покидала' is used in the past tense as a verb meaning 'left' or 'abandoned.' It refers to an action performed in the past.
Покидала мяч в корзину, пытаясь победить.
She threw the ball into the basket, trying to win.
In this context, 'покидала' is the past tense of the verb 'to throw.' It describes a repeated action or effort.
Кажется, эта птица покидала своё гнездо.
It seems this bird has left its nest.
Here, 'покидала' again reflects the leaving or abandonment of a place by someone or something in the past.
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