give five

Example Sentences

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“There’s just a big squeeze on the middle. Whether you are a guest actor or give five lines, we’re all supporting the bigger actors, and it’s just gotten harder and harder.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 14, 2023

Let’s say you wanted to give five oranges as a gift: How would you arrange the fruits so that they consumed as little space and wrapping paper as possible?

From Scientific American • Jun. 6, 2023

The new rules announced on Wednesday will give five religious sisters voting rights at the synod, which is a papal advisory body.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2023

Freeland countered with six scorleess frames, giving up give five hits and two walks while striking out five.

From Seattle Times • May 7, 2022

“We will give five baskets,” said Luxa less than graciously, giving the roach a terse bow.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins