In which sentence does the verb have the strongest connotative effect?
Most politicans have given up the cause.
Most politicans have abandoned the cause.
Most politicans have turned from the cause.
Most politicans have forgotten the cause.

Question

In which sentence does the verb have the strongest connotative effect? 
Most politicans have given up the cause. 
Most politicans have abandoned the cause. 
Most politicans have turned from the cause.
Most politicans have forgotten the cause.

anonymous · Answer

I'd say the second one, since it has the most impact and meaning. It is like 'given up' but stronger, showing there is no turning back.