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immolating

verb

present participle of immolate
as in sacrificing
to give up as an offering to a god a ceremony in which they immolated their cherished possessions so that the gods would send rain

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  1. sacrificing
  2. offering
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  • Watch for newer enzyme-heavy formulas to narrow that gap, which would give consumers more confidence in switching to laundry detergent sheets without sacrificing performance.
    — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Much like white, navy blue is a classic, timeless color that offers a deep neutral contrast to black or gray doors without sacrificing a sophisticated look.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of sacrificing
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  • The park is across the bay from Starbase and draws a good crowd, offering a view of ships on the bay that frame the towering Starship launch pad.
    — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Eggs fall into this category, offering your body a more sustained energy level over time.
    — Rachael Zimlich, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of offering
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“Immolating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immolating. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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