peace offering

Example Sentences

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“And my kids, they wouldn’t want that. They’re sweet kids. I feel like, if kids their age can forgive and offer him a peace offering, grown adults and other fans can, too.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Although authorities usually warn against feeding wild birds, Prof Kaplan suggests leaving a peace offering like a little bit of bread or meat to win the magpies' favour.

From BBC • Sep. 28, 2023

Their existence was a peace offering to the affluent communities above — Clyde Hill, Hunts Point, Yarrow Point and Medina — that worried about increased noise and traffic.

From Seattle Times • May 9, 2023

Veggie burgers used to be a peace offering for vegans at backyard barbecues.

From Washington Post • Jul. 16, 2021

Finally, I take a step back and put on the face mask again as a peace offering, before leaning against the wall.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott