sacrificed
Example Sentences
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He dropped deep and ran wide, he sacrificed himself so that Hirst could be the one leading the line.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Just remember those are teenagers out there who’ve sacrificed and spent years working toward this moment.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
These protesters sacrificed their own safety to secure something deemed even more sacred: their right to vote.
From Slate • May 22, 2026
Several executives said the latest round of Barnes & Noble layoffs sacrificed years of institutional knowledge and led to confusion regarding the ordering process.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
Sometimes he wondered what they had sacrificed for the Gaming Machine, but one never asked.
From "Messenger" by Lois Lowry
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