sacrifice
Example Sentences
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"What a fight to finish on if that is the last one. It's getting harder and harder to be away from my kids. They sacrifice as much as me," he said.
From BBC
Mourning ceremonies—traditionally solemn events held 40 days after someone’s death—have become occasions for Iranians to celebrate the sacrifice of their loved ones and reject the Islamic Republic.
"I travel frequently -- so I also leave my family behind, and it's very hard for them. It's a sacrifice I make for Ukraine, a personal and family sacrifice," said Loic.
From Barron's
The sacrifice doesn’t sit well with all of his crew of roughly 5,000.
That may mean taking advantage of weekly discounts, sacrificing non-essential purchases — and, perhaps above all, seeking out more affordable supermarkets.
From Salon
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