What is the crossword answer for the clue: Leaves in the lurch

DESERTS - a 7 letter word may be the answer you are looking for!

MAROONS - a 7 letter word may be the answer you are looking for!

STRANDS - a 7 letter word may be the answer you are looking for!

ABANDONS - a 8 letter word may be the answer you are looking for!

FORSAKES - a 8 letter word may be the answer you are looking for!

Leaves in the lurch

7 Character Answers:

DESERTS

MAROONS

STRANDS

8 Character Answers:

ABANDONS

FORSAKES