leave alone

phrase

: to refrain from bothering, disturbing, or using

Leave him alone while he's doing his homework.

Examples of leave alone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The shoe’s build and branding is otherwise left alone but for a dual-logo insoles. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026

Caitlin Jones, a University of Tennessee graduate student conducting spider surveys in the park, explained why the spiders should be left alone. — Nicole Brown Chau, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026

These Harry Bertoia stools spotted on 1stDibs are the type of seats that can be dressed up or down—or left alone to be adequately admired. — Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 17 Aug. 2026

The commission’s unanimous approval Friday made several changes to the plan but left alone the future acreages spelled out in it. — David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for leave alone

• aldosterone
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• progesterone
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• baritone
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• chaperon
• chaperone