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given and taken





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It points to the fact that this is all voluntary, a benefit that can be given and taken away, or not offered at all.

From Washington Post • Jun. 30, 2022

At Washington, the transfer portal has given and taken in equal measure this offseason, as six players have left and six others have committed since DeBoer’s arrival from Fresno State.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 24, 2022

I know that the love I freely gave and eagerly accepted is waiting to be given and taken again.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2021

Points were given and taken away, and the winner would receive a plaque.

From Forbes • Dec. 19, 2011

Badwa had told her during their lessons that splendor was an energy that could be moved, given and taken.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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