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
Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 2 Mar. 2026
Here we’re offered what's sure to be a fascinating glimpse into the complex lives and loves of cosmonauts, scientists, engineers, researchers, intelligence leaders, and espionage agents working within the Soviet space program and their sacrifices made for the benefit of Earth.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 27 Feb. 2026
As a parent, sacrifices are there all the time.
—Cheyanne Mumphrey, Fortune, 22 Feb. 2026
Humans have always made incredible sacrifices for ambition.
—New Atlas, 15 Feb. 2026
Last year, that balance resulted in a state budget that required both sides to make sacrifices.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2026
This matter will need to be investigated in order to bring Justice to all who are responsible for human and animal sacrifices intended for a ceremonial sacrifice by shipping five Texas red heifers for construction of a Third Temple in Jerusalem.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Expect mild redness and a sandpaper-like texture for several days; small sacrifices for a complexion that steals the spotlight.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
Valentine's Day pagan connections Lupercalia was a debaucherous festival that celebrated the coming of spring that included animal sacrifices and drunken revelry to honor Faunus, the Roman god of agriculture, and the Roman founders Romulus and Remus.
—Kate Perez, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 31 Jan. 2026
At 51 years old, my mom no longer sacrifices comfort for trends.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
At the end of Terminator 2, when Schwarzenegger sacrifices himself in a vat of molten steel in front of the boy, 8-year-old David started to cry.
—Reeves Wiedeman, Vulture, 12 Jan. 2026
Delta Slim heroically sacrifices himself so the rest of the survivors can get away.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Jan. 2026
Mo Eun sacrifices herself for Yun-su, forcing Yeong-in to stab her and then using his surprise to stab him in the heart.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 5 Dec. 2025
In the video, Manilow portrays a character who sacrifices a traditional family life to pursue his dream as a performer.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 11 Nov. 2025
Is there a scenario where Hendrick or Penske sacrifices the race for one driver to push the other to a win, or does every driver have to win their own race?
—Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Alex sacrifices herself, tackling Morsus and tossing them both into the portal.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
Noun
Vank’s catcher, Northeastern Junior College sophomore Brayden Stufft, says the sacrifices the pitcher is making to come play ball thousands of miles from home — leaving behind family and friends in the process — is apparent.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 2 Mar. 2026
Here we’re offered what's sure to be a fascinating glimpse into the complex lives and loves of cosmonauts, scientists, engineers, researchers, intelligence leaders, and espionage agents working within the Soviet space program and their sacrifices made for the benefit of Earth.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 27 Feb. 2026
As a parent, sacrifices are there all the time.
—Cheyanne Mumphrey, Fortune, 22 Feb. 2026
Humans have always made incredible sacrifices for ambition.
—New Atlas, 15 Feb. 2026
Last year, that balance resulted in a state budget that required both sides to make sacrifices.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2026
This matter will need to be investigated in order to bring Justice to all who are responsible for human and animal sacrifices intended for a ceremonial sacrifice by shipping five Texas red heifers for construction of a Third Temple in Jerusalem.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Expect mild redness and a sandpaper-like texture for several days; small sacrifices for a complexion that steals the spotlight.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
Valentine's Day pagan connections Lupercalia was a debaucherous festival that celebrated the coming of spring that included animal sacrifices and drunken revelry to honor Faunus, the Roman god of agriculture, and the Roman founders Romulus and Remus.
—Kate Perez, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
If not, the team sacrifices a timeout.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 31 Jan. 2026
At 51 years old, my mom no longer sacrifices comfort for trends.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
At the end of Terminator 2, when Schwarzenegger sacrifices himself in a vat of molten steel in front of the boy, 8-year-old David started to cry.
—Reeves Wiedeman, Vulture, 12 Jan. 2026
Delta Slim heroically sacrifices himself so the rest of the survivors can get away.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Jan. 2026
Mo Eun sacrifices herself for Yun-su, forcing Yeong-in to stab her and then using his surprise to stab him in the heart.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 5 Dec. 2025
In the video, Manilow portrays a character who sacrifices a traditional family life to pursue his dream as a performer.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 11 Nov. 2025
Is there a scenario where Hendrick or Penske sacrifices the race for one driver to push the other to a win, or does every driver have to win their own race?
—Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Alex sacrifices herself, tackling Morsus and tossing them both into the portal.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sacrifices
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The Gunter continues to expand its offerings, with a music studio in the works that promises to build on the hotel’s legendary musical legacy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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The study, conducted in 2024, did not use the latest chatbot versions, including new offerings like ChatGPT Health.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Blue Bottle offers customers specialty coffee options, including a sweet and creamy New Orleans-style coffee, as well as espresso drinks and cold brew.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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The garden workspace offers ample room to plant seedlings, mix soil, and organize tools with its flat work surface, drawer, hooks, and shelf.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In some cases, the department inadvertently released nude photos showing the faces of potential victims as well as names, email addresses and other identifying information that was either unredacted or not fully obscured.—
Alanna Durkin Richer,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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Police identified two other victims and contacted their parents.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Sacrifices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sacrifices. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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