self-sacrifice
Example Sentences
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These men aren’t preaching Jesus Christ’s gospel of self-sacrifice and humility.
From Salon • May 4, 2026
The Guards Corps said in a statement it was "ready for complete obedience and self-sacrifice in carrying out the divine commands" of the younger Khamenei.
From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026
I’ve been able to pass on this love of his writing and thinking styles to my son and daughter who show the same perseverance and self-sacrifice for the greater good in their volunteer work.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026
IC: I think people don’t realize that it is ultimately a lot of bravery and self-sacrifice in order to keep your sister’s memory alive.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025
My father says—used to say—that there is power in self-sacrifice.
From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth
