martyrdom

Example Sentences

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That’s why, instead of welcoming his impending martyrdom in the courts, he sounds so unhappy.

From Los Angeles Times

The allusions to crucifixion, martyrdom, entrapment, escape, time and eternity are fully intentional.

From Washington Post

“Or the third, because the nation’s survival requires it. Purity in martyrdom is for suicide bombers.”

From Washington Post

As the Reign of Terror takes hold and religious communities are outlawed, the nuns take a vow of martyrdom that ultimately conveys them to the guillotine.

From New York Times

His martyrdom on behalf of a movement to build genuine multiracial democracy stands as proof of that.

From Salon