oblations

noun

plural of oblation
as in libations

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  1. libations
  2. sacrifices
  3. offerings
Noun
  • Swim goggles worn by pro athletes in winning locker rooms carry logos for celebratory libations like Moët & Chandon or Michelob Ultra.
    — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Incense and the smell of libations (ceremonial liquids) added yet another sensory dimension.
    — Jacqueline Ortoleva, Scientific American, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of libations
Noun
  • Lee uses the image as a metaphor for fatherhood and the sacrifices parents make for their children.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Unlike her opponent, Roy grew up comfortably in Monrovia, largely shielded from the sacrifices her family made to afford her an elite education.
    — Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of sacrifices
Noun
  • The sommelier was knowledgeable and provided us with pairings that spanned traditional offerings like cheeses, as well as some surprising additions like home fries and oxtail.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The iPhone 18 Pro, Duo, and new Mac and home-device offerings give him plenty to work with.
    — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of offerings
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“Oblations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oblations. Accessed 8 Nov. 2026.

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