taking away

Example Sentences

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“How do you measure taking away a father’s right to see his child for five years?” he said.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

"I don't believe in taking away people's jobs or livelihoods because they hold legally protected beliefs that differ from mine."

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Shorter lines would actually relieve pressure to get a funding deal done by taking away a major pain point.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

Even Emily Blunt was publicly disconcerted, begging Hollywood agencies to “please stop taking away our human connection.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

I pound my glove, feel for the whiteboard, and then pretend I’m taking away a home run with a leaping grab.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner