as in offerings
something offered to a god
the herders selected their best lamb as a sacrifice in order to receive blessings from their god
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as in offers
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 sacrifices
Gary Fields,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
This level can improve portfolio diversification without significant sacrifices to long-term returns.
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Faith Wakefield,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
Memorable matches, sacrifices, personal style, and superstitions were volleyed back and forth in a lively conversation Thursday night with tennis stars Andre Agassi, Caroline Wozniacki, Genie Bouchard, and James Blake, hosted by Ralph Lauren.
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Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
26 June 2026
The sacrifices made during the battle and the values fought for continue to carry a meaningful impact to this day.
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Amen Galinato,
CNN Money,
25 June 2026
Other findings have included evidence of massive animal sacrifices and the first human figurative relief sculptures from Tartesos, depicting women adorned with gold earrings and a warrior wearing a helmet.
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Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
25 June 2026
Looking back, Shane says the gift wasn't just about returning a dream car but honoring the sacrifices his parents made while raising six boys.
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Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
The sacrifices were matched by the extraordinary workload taken on by the youngster.
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Mohsin Kamal,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
Set during the chaotic Battle of the Bulge, the no-guff story by screenwriters Marc Frydman and Lurie celebrates the sacrifices made in the name of freedom and the debts owed to unsung heroes who, in various ways, played essential roles in the war effort.
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Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 June 2026
In the series finale, which premiered on New Year’s Eve as a stand-alone episode, Eleven sacrifices herself to save the world.
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Daniel D'addario,
Variety,
10 June 2026
His team sacrifices for one another just like those ’70s teams.
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Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Jack re-enters the cave, finds Desmond, and sacrifices himself by replacing the stone cork, which reignites the light and stabilizes the island.
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Janey Tracey,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 May 2026
Colloff’s reporting is, as usual, dogged and exhaustive, and the book reads like a thriller, but never sacrifices the humanity of the people Skalnik hurt.
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Michael Schaub,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
In the film Damon portrays a celebrated astronaut who, stranded and desperate, nearly sacrifices humanity to save himself.
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Eliana Dockterman,
Time,
12 May 2026
That sacrifices a certain sense of community but emphasizes the musical’s solos.
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Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson, a father or three, sacrifices a lot of family time in his role.
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Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
But 61 years later, and as the country approaches its 250th anniversary this weekend, those sacrifices are in question.
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Gary Fields,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
This level can improve portfolio diversification without significant sacrifices to long-term returns.
—
Faith Wakefield,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
Memorable matches, sacrifices, personal style, and superstitions were volleyed back and forth in a lively conversation Thursday night with tennis stars Andre Agassi, Caroline Wozniacki, Genie Bouchard, and James Blake, hosted by Ralph Lauren.
—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
26 June 2026
The sacrifices made during the battle and the values fought for continue to carry a meaningful impact to this day.
—
Amen Galinato,
CNN Money,
25 June 2026
Other findings have included evidence of massive animal sacrifices and the first human figurative relief sculptures from Tartesos, depicting women adorned with gold earrings and a warrior wearing a helmet.
—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
25 June 2026
Looking back, Shane says the gift wasn't just about returning a dream car but honoring the sacrifices his parents made while raising six boys.
—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
The sacrifices were matched by the extraordinary workload taken on by the youngster.
—
Mohsin Kamal,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
Set during the chaotic Battle of the Bulge, the no-guff story by screenwriters Marc Frydman and Lurie celebrates the sacrifices made in the name of freedom and the debts owed to unsung heroes who, in various ways, played essential roles in the war effort.
—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
Verb
Need an inclusive dish that sacrifices no flavor?
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Better Homes & Gardens,
26 June 2026
In the series finale, which premiered on New Year’s Eve as a stand-alone episode, Eleven sacrifices herself to save the world.
—
Daniel D'addario,
Variety,
10 June 2026
His team sacrifices for one another just like those ’70s teams.
—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Jack re-enters the cave, finds Desmond, and sacrifices himself by replacing the stone cork, which reignites the light and stabilizes the island.
—
Janey Tracey,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 May 2026
Colloff’s reporting is, as usual, dogged and exhaustive, and the book reads like a thriller, but never sacrifices the humanity of the people Skalnik hurt.
—
Michael Schaub,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
In the film Damon portrays a celebrated astronaut who, stranded and desperate, nearly sacrifices humanity to save himself.
—
Eliana Dockterman,
Time,
12 May 2026
That sacrifices a certain sense of community but emphasizes the musical’s solos.
—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson, a father or three, sacrifices a lot of family time in his role.
—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sacrifices
Noun
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This evening is centered on art and community connection, giving small, local businesses a chance to share their offerings.
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The specific irony of something like an Hermès HAC being categorized as hyperfeminine is that the bag was created in the late 19th century as a carryall for horse riding equipment, much like the rest of the brand’s offerings at the time.
Verb
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The lightweight, double-layered design offers extra coverage without feeling heavy, while the stretchy waistband and flowy design keep it comfortable all day.
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Neither company currently offers new vehicles for less than $50,000.
Noun
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The families of the victims said the pain is still as raw to this day.
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Dozens of mourners were seen gathering outside the victims’ homes to offer condolences.
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“Sacrifices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sacrifices. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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