as in offering
to give up as an offering to a god
according to the Old Testament, Abraham was willing to sacrifice even his son to God
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Recent Examples of sacrificing
Combined with strong schools and more available housing, Buckeye is especially attractive to families and outdoor enthusiasts looking for space without sacrificing amenities.
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Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 1 Apr. 2026
South Africa will slash fuel taxes for a month to cushion consumers from a surge in oil prices triggered by the Middle East conflict, sacrificing millions of dollars in revenue for a fiscal framework only recently brought under control.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 1 Apr. 2026
In other words, engineers can adopt these materials without sacrificing strength or safety.
—Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Apple GarageBand is a powerful, beginner-friendly free DAW for Mac that makes creating, recording, and learning music easy without sacrificing essential features.
—Jamie Lendino, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
For travelers, especially families, the update could make connecting rooms a more attractive option without sacrificing privacy or quiet.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 30 Mar. 2026
There are also playful, family-forward touches, including a children’s play yard with direct access from bedrooms, designed to blend safety and fun without sacrificing the clean modern lines.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Part of that game plan was sticking to the team’s DNA of sacrificing for each other, particularly on defense.
—Nathan Dunn, Kansas City Star, 24 Mar. 2026
Unfortunately, the prospect of sacrificing life’s comforts to achieve and live in Lean FIRE, or even FIRE, is too much for some to fathom.
—Carlos Grider, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 1 Apr. 2026
South Africa will slash fuel taxes for a month to cushion consumers from a surge in oil prices triggered by the Middle East conflict, sacrificing millions of dollars in revenue for a fiscal framework only recently brought under control.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 1 Apr. 2026
In other words, engineers can adopt these materials without sacrificing strength or safety.
—Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Apple GarageBand is a powerful, beginner-friendly free DAW for Mac that makes creating, recording, and learning music easy without sacrificing essential features.
—Jamie Lendino, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
For travelers, especially families, the update could make connecting rooms a more attractive option without sacrificing privacy or quiet.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 30 Mar. 2026
There are also playful, family-forward touches, including a children’s play yard with direct access from bedrooms, designed to blend safety and fun without sacrificing the clean modern lines.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Part of that game plan was sticking to the team’s DNA of sacrificing for each other, particularly on defense.
—Nathan Dunn, Kansas City Star, 24 Mar. 2026
Unfortunately, the prospect of sacrificing life’s comforts to achieve and live in Lean FIRE, or even FIRE, is too much for some to fathom.
—Carlos Grider, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sacrificing
offering
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As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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The byway stretches over 49 miles from Idaho Springs to Bergen Park and is the highest paved road in North America, offering panoramic views of the Continental Divide.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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