spared

Example Sentences

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Operations at the Port of Long Beach aren’t totally spared from the impacts of the global oil shortage, however, Chief Executive Noel Hacegaba said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Red on one side, black on the other — a rare two-colored lobster is spared the kettle.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

Father Baillie's lawyer had asked for him to be spared prison and sentenced to a Community Payback Order.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

The harsh measures have not spared Cuba's tourism sector, usually its second-biggest source of foreign currency and an employer of over 300,000 people.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Koffi spared him a second’s glance as she continued retreating slowly.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray