Definition of offeringnext
as in sacrifice
something offered to a god some ancient gods were thought to demand burnt offerings

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offering

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verb

present participle of offer
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as in sacrificing
to give up as an offering to a god when fruits, flowers, or crops are offered, the offering is known as a bloodless sacrifice

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Recent Examples of offering
Noun
Direct-to-Consumer Pete Distad, CEO of FOX Direct-to-Consumer, has built a strong team and has developed, launched, and grown FOX One into a formidable consumer offering. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026 Chances that the company would announce a public offering before January also dropped to 68% from 90% in the last week. — Ananya Chetia, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026
Verb
The initiative reframed support less as simply offering filmmakers a platform to tell stories about displacement than giving them the professional connections needed to continue working. — Essie Assibu, Variety, 24 Oct. 2026 In her new role, Danielle will help celebrate her aunt's life and accomplishments while offering a personal perspective on the woman behind the music, according to a press release announcing the appointment. — ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for offering
Recent Examples of Synonyms for offering
Noun
  • Before they were killed, those chosen for sacrifice were taken to Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire, or to temples or oracles scattered throughout the territory.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong celebrates with fans after scoring off a sacrifice-fly from Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner during the ninth inning at Wrigley Field on May 4, 2026.
    — LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Tokyo’s national fusion strategy has channeled substantial public backing into private demonstration ventures, giving firms like Kyoto Fusioneering a springboard to pursue joint ventures across western markets.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
  • This was ideal for my family as our daughter could have her own room but not need a key to access our room, giving her a dash of independence.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • In what would be termed a seismic November surprise in any other normal election year, potential POTUS contender Newsom is proposing hiking the Golden State’s $750 million tax incentive film and TV program to more than $1 billion.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Governor Gavin Newsom is proposing expanding California’s current film and television tax credit program from $750 million to at least $1 billion annually as the state is struggling to attract entertainment industry jobs.
    — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 2 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • This includes establishing how the site meets the relevant selection criteria, documenting its authenticity and integrity, outlining the measures in place to protect it, and presenting a management framework.
    — Karina Acharya, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
  • They should be required to obtain independent evidence before presenting a match to a witness, and judges and defendants should be told whether the technology has been used in a case.
    — Edward Longe, Washington Post, 2 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Plus, their slightly structured silhouette feels more put together than traditional sweatpants, without sacrificing comfort.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Police can keep the tool without sacrificing anyone’s liberty.
    — Edward Longe, Washington Post, 2 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Despite this view, Rosenberg is cautious about suggesting that this dynamic makes bonds a safe bet.
    — Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Mice given the higher-density vaccine were significantly less likely to develop colon tumors, suggesting that the platform could be adapted to target different cancer-specific proteins.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Any legislators carrying such a bill would need to convince their colleagues in multiple parts of the state where Hollywood has less sway of the wisdom of such a move.
    — Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Firearms cannot be brought into polling places located inside private property that forbids them, a school, a courthouse or any other location where Pennsylvania law prohibits carrying firearms.
    — Garrett Behanna, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Bodum has recalled 8-cup and 12-cup French press coffee makers because the glass carafes may break unexpectedly, posing a serious burn risk.
    — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Just prop open the iPhone Duo, get into the picture and let its AI recognize when everyone is posing.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2026

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“Offering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offering. Accessed 8 Nov. 2026.

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