self-sacrificing

Example Sentences

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"Mothers are typically perceived as trustworthy, self-sacrificing and emotionally safe so this made the contestants trust her," says Mair.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

“Thanks to your self-sacrificing and devoted struggle, the militant fraternity and friendship and invincible alliance between our country and Russia grow firmer,” he said, according to state media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Over the course of the games, he grew to respect the more self-sacrificing Arisu and Usagi, eventually even getting shot in order to save Usagi.

From Salon • Sep. 26, 2025

Many in town say he is just as self-sacrificing a spirit.

From New York Times • May 3, 2024

An illustrated version of Lucretia's image appeared in the press with descriptions of her as a "self-sacrificing wife" and admirable mother and friend.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow