sacrifice
Example Sentences
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Ever since, the people of France and Normandy have shown their gratitude for America’s sacrifice.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
No service or sacrifice creates a claim on the leader’s protection.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
An unglamorous choice to replace taskmaster Tom Thibodeau, the well-traveled Brown turned a good team into a great one by convincing them to collectively sacrifice.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
"The values he lived by, love, sacrifice and generosity are the foundation he left behind."
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
“By being willing to sacrifice everything you thought you came here to win, you have all proven yourselves to be true champions.”
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
Vocabulary lists containing sacrifice
Veterans Day Vocabulary
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"The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry
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