martyrdom

Example Sentences

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“It’s not that they want to die, but it’s that they feel like there’s nothing else to give to Palestine except martyrdom,” Mr. Abukhater said.

From New York Times

President Biden could bridge the bitter divide in the country over the federal prosecution of former President Trump by pardoning his predecessor, but the move would also risk political martyrdom for Mr. Biden.

From Washington Times

Moments of charity border on martyrdom as Tom begins to think that his empathy has become another power to exercise.

From Los Angeles Times

The military said the two slain troops “embraced martyrdom while fighting bravely against the terrorists.”

From Seattle Times

There were no banners with his portrait, no chants celebrating his martyrdom.

From Seattle Times