sacrifice
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
They deployed strategies like the sacrifice bunt and stolen base with remarkable frequency despite lacking real evidence to justify such usage.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
“There are a lot of people who say we are going to be the sacrifice zone again,” said Jennifer Kalt, executive director of the Humboldt Bay Waterkeeper, an environmental nonprofit.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
That price tag would likely require car owners to sacrifice elements of performance, Reuters reported.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian earlier claimed that more than 14 million Iranians had "so far registered to sacrifice their lives to defend Iran".
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
She understood now clearly what she had meant long ago when she said to Adèle Ratignolle that she would give up the unessential, but she would never sacrifice herself for her children.
From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin
Vocabulary lists containing sacrifice
Veterans Day Vocabulary
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Christmas Carol Vocab: A Lyrical Lexicon
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
