gave away
Example Sentences
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"The first half was quite even - we gave away a cheap goal," captain Leah Williamson told BBC Sport after she afforded Jule Brand too much time and space to score Lyon's early opener.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
Neither Roberts nor Barrett gave away their view, but both sounded genuinely troubled by this issue.
From Slate • Mar. 23, 2026
The company gave away the hardware and software for free and the system took off, particularly among small businesses.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026
Given that he gave away $5,000 of his wife’s life-insurance payout as gifts to his five children, we can assume that he received a substantial sum.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026
“I’m sorry you gave away your bracelet,” Lady Meng said, looking in distaste at the masters of the House of Wu.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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