Abandon
Except
Except verb - To present an opposing opinion or argument.
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Undying Loyalty: Plot-relevant party members will never abandon you (except for plot reasons).
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They had to abandon ship so quickly they lost all of their drugs (except for Alex's personal stash of heroin).
Source: Literature / Slimer -
They attempt to use code-names in their first major story arc, but quickly abandon them (except for the Cute Bruiser who likes calling herself "Princess Powerful.")
Source: Civvie Spandex
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