as in sacrifices
something offered to atone
She made an offering as propitiation for her sins.
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Its popularity does mean there might be a long line to get a seat depending on the time of day, but sometimes sacrifices have to be made for a good brunch.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026 -
The flashbacks reveal Robert’s descent into madness and the personal and professional sacrifices Catherine has made as a result.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
17 Apr. 2026
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Bender added that Churchill Downs bolstering its portfolio with the Preakness could allow the company to streamline sponsorship, media rights and hospitality offerings, while improving its overall ability to monetize racing events.—
Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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The culinary offerings range from Mexican fare at La Cocina and Spanish flavors on the beach at Buena Onda to Japanese fine dining at Toppu.—
Carole Dixon,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Propitiations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propitiations. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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