sacrifice
Example Sentences
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The answer to their problem still comes with sacrifice; they’re still at somebody else’s whim, even if that somebody has promised to be hands-off.
From Salon • May 6, 2026
That is certainly true of Quincy’s statues of Florian and Michael, who have long been symbols of the heroism and sacrifice of firefighters and other first responders.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
Bynum says there’s a big sacrifice that many teenagers are unwilling to accept.
From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026
Sir Christian said the royal visit would emphasise the "shared history, shared sacrifice and common values" of the two countries and would show that the partnership meant both peoples were "safer, richer and happier".
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
I lift the sword toward the wall as if offering the weapon as a sacrifice.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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