giving up
Example Sentences
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"The thrill of potentially winning £1m is felt less strongly than the fear of giving up a guaranteed £50,000 and ending up with nothing," she says.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
Likewise, opting out of Social Security would mean giving up the benefits that come with continued participation.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 23, 2026
But GM isn’t giving up on EVs now that it’s free to pursue them in a way that makes sense for shareholders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
The benchmark Brent North Sea contract rose above $91 a barrel before giving up the gains on hopes for negotiations.
From Barron's ● Jul. 20, 2026
‘You must not be giving up so easy,’ the BFG said calmly.
From "The BFG" by Roald Dahl
