spared

Example Sentences

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Wang himself, who stepped down as state vice president three years ago, has been spared so far.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Other manufacturers in Al-Nahud weren’t spared, either; more than $125 million worth of gum was estimated to have been taken.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

For now, thanks to De Zerbi's inspiration and the failings of other clubs, Spurs are spared a day of reckoning.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

No expense was spared on the design of the home, which was originally built in 2005, with the listing calling special attention to the high-end materials used throughout.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

While her lemon-yellow skirt was spared, the doll attached to it was not as lucky.

From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez