giving back

Example Sentences

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"They're just the gifts that keep on giving back, they really are," says Nash.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Shares dropped 18% to $33.37, giving back a big chunk of the gains it had racked up since the start of the year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

But in March, Indeed’s Job Postings Index did lose steam, giving back the majority of the progress gained over the prior four months.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

If companies can show they are trying to correct a violation, by giving back pay to workers and agreeing to change the offending practices, the law keeps penalties low.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

The world was giving to him, he did not mind giving back.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen