peace offering
Example Sentences
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“And my kids, they wouldn’t want that. They’re sweet kids. I feel like, if kids their age can forgive and offer him a peace offering, grown adults and other fans can, too.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 29, 2026
Although authorities usually warn against feeding wild birds, Prof Kaplan suggests leaving a peace offering like a little bit of bread or meat to win the magpies' favour.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2023
When riots threatened as Ms. Komara was growing up, her mother would cook big pots of food as a peace offering.
From New York Times ● Jun. 30, 2023
Antetokounmpo made both free throws to extend the Bucks’ lead to 95-88, then Harrell and Antetokounmpo slapped hands in an apparent peace offering before Milwaukee’s ensuing inbounds pass.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 1, 2022
Sadie placed the Snickers in his palm like a peace offering and waited, staring at the carpet.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
