as in offering
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 sacrificing
These tools are designed to accelerate nuclear reactor deployment timelines without sacrificing safety.
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Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
There are also playful, family-forward touches, including a children’s play yard with direct access from bedrooms, designed to blend safety and fun without sacrificing the clean modern lines.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Part of that game plan was sticking to the team’s DNA of sacrificing for each other, particularly on defense.
—Nathan Dunn, Kansas City Star, 24 Mar. 2026
Unfortunately, the prospect of sacrificing life’s comforts to achieve and live in Lean FIRE, or even FIRE, is too much for some to fathom.
—Carlos Grider, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Voibe is built specifically for Mac users who want speed without sacrificing control.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
It is designed to reflect alignment around a regulated digital infrastructure capable of carrying complex assets across borders without sacrificing oversight.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
Eco-resorts are also a great option for those seeking an immersive experience without sacrificing creature comforts.
—Jasmine Ting, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2026
Though the role required sacrificing vanity, when Catherine's father (Ralph Richardson) destroys her chances to marry a gold-digger (Montgomery Clift), the double betrayal transforms the shy woman into an iron maiden.
—Darren Franich, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
There are also playful, family-forward touches, including a children’s play yard with direct access from bedrooms, designed to blend safety and fun without sacrificing the clean modern lines.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Part of that game plan was sticking to the team’s DNA of sacrificing for each other, particularly on defense.
—Nathan Dunn, Kansas City Star, 24 Mar. 2026
Unfortunately, the prospect of sacrificing life’s comforts to achieve and live in Lean FIRE, or even FIRE, is too much for some to fathom.
—Carlos Grider, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Voibe is built specifically for Mac users who want speed without sacrificing control.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
It is designed to reflect alignment around a regulated digital infrastructure capable of carrying complex assets across borders without sacrificing oversight.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
Eco-resorts are also a great option for those seeking an immersive experience without sacrificing creature comforts.
—Jasmine Ting, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2026
Though the role required sacrificing vanity, when Catherine's father (Ralph Richardson) destroys her chances to marry a gold-digger (Montgomery Clift), the double betrayal transforms the shy woman into an iron maiden.
—Darren Franich, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sacrificing
offering
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In 2022, the brand also commemorated NASA’s Artemis I Mission with the Artemis Moon Doughnut, in addition to offering doughnuts during multiple supermoons and total solar eclipses over the years.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Sacrificing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sacrificing. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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