give away
Example Sentences
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I avoid glancing at my siblings, worried my face will give away our secret.
From Literature
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It initiated “Homecourt Hoops,” a program which has given away 75 outdoor hoops every day.
From Los Angeles Times
"The goals are awful from our standards. You can't give away chances like that at this level."
From Barron's
“The only real failure for me, when I look in that mirror, is if I give away the state of Arizona’s water supply for the next several generations,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times
“It doesn’t matter where I am, people just approach me. I carry a few in my pocket to give away to kids and other people.”
From Los Angeles Times
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