But Kibumba itself was deserted - not a civilian could be seen in the valley, only troops moving between positions.

BBC: Congo exodus as terror spreads

Christmas in Florence Not only is the city wonderfully deserted at this time of year, but the lights that adorn every shop window give the place an almost magical feeling.

CNN: The story

He was not surprised to find the huge metropolis totally deserted.

NEWYORKER: The Autobiography of J.G.B.

The names are a mouthful and the play-by-play guys seemingly had to keep mouthing them (no wonder, considering the game sponsors are also broadcast sponsors) while pretending not to notice how often the comp-seat "fans" deserted the stands after one good toddy.

FORBES: Magazine Article

Bath's discipline deserted them in the final stages of the half with Justin Harrison lucky not to see yellow, but Hooper was less fortunate and on the stroke of half-time he was sent to the bin.

BBC: Dragons 12-15 Bath

It is acceptable to take a punt on a promising youngster on a tour - as is the case with Adil Rashid - but not on a 34-year-old whose form, on last inspection, had deserted him.

BBC: Jonathan Agnew column

And, you know, both not only at the staff level, but people forget how many people in Iowa and other states deserted his campaign.

NPR: Political Directors Weigh What's Next