[Idiom] LEAVE SOMEONE HANGING. - How to Avoid Leaving People in Suspense

Delay in giving a response.

Leave someone hanging" is an idiom used when someone is kept waiting for an answer or a conclusion, often leaving them in a state of uncertainty. It can apply to a variety of situations, from a delayed decision that affects someone’s plans to pausing in the middle of a story without finishing it. The phrase highlights the importance of timely communication in maintaining respect and consideration for others.

Example Sentences

1. Don’t leave me hanging; tell me if you’re going to help or not.

   Don’t leave me uncertain; let me know if you will help.

2. After discussing the project details, she left him hanging without confirming her participation.

   After discussing the project, she did not confirm if she would participate, leaving him uncertain.

3. He asked for a response by noon, but all day he was left hanging, waiting for an email that never came.

   He was left uncertain all day, waiting for an email that never arrived.