sacrifices

NOUN

loss

Synonyms

STRONG

atonement deduction discount libation oblation offering penance reduction reparation

WEAK

sacrificial lamb

Antonyms

STRONG

increase rise

VERB

give up, let go

Synonyms

STRONG

cede drop endure eschew forfeit forgo immolate lose offer renounce spare suffer surrender waive yield

WEAK

kiss goodbye offer up part with resign oneself to

Antonyms

STRONG

continue deny disallow fight gain keep refuse reject win withhold

WEAK

hold

Example Sentences

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The father of two says his force's success is compensation for the personal sacrifices.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Is he willing to make sacrifices for the long-term good, or is he susceptible to the pull of short-term gratification?

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

The historic site is where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties would offer sacrifices and pray for bountiful harvests.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Americans are in a cynical mood on foreign affairs, and many wonder why the U.S. should make sacrifices for an island some 6,000 miles away from Seattle.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

It takes relentless, all-consuming training and untold personal sacrifices before any of the glory is seen.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad