giving away

Example Sentences

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But after taking the lead and giving away a clumsy penalty to make the score 1-1, Arsenal had to face the bitter reality of extra time and a penalty shootout.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Without giving away any spoilers, Evergreen Avenue plays towards the end of the film in an "emotional scene".

From BBC • May 1, 2026

“I’m giving away a Huffy basketball freestanding hoop because it’s just taking up space. We used to play horse and shoot baskets together. My son is now 35, he doesn’t live here anymore.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

But they cautioned that the company has “yet to prove they can sign large AI deals without giving away chunks of the company in return.”

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

“Are you giving away my candy? Give it back! Give it back to me now!”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan