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
For a niche gadget, sacrificing that space can feel like a major commitment.
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Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Oct. 2025
Danielson would be by far the most intriguing option at 3C, as a former top-10 pick whose ability to transport the puck would add welcome speed to that part of that lineup, without sacrificing smarts or defense.
—Max Bultman, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
The Emmy-winning Desperate Housewives alum says her character is just as hard on herself, sacrificing her personal life for the sake of her career.
—Eric Andersson, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Shenhe Colorful Cardigan If your fall wardrobe leans neutral, this colorful striped cardigan is the easiest way to add playfulness without sacrificing comfort.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2025
Parents, experts and companies must work together to create safeguards that save lives without sacrificing trust.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Yet, there’s plenty of evidence around the state that shows just how impactful playing multiple sports is without exactly sacrificing an opportunity to play at the next level.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
Want a kitchen appliance that packs power without sacrificing counter space?
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025
Loop’s Experience line is specially made for concerts by dampening the decibels without sacrificing the performer’s sound quality.
—Jessica Comstock, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Oct. 2025
Danielson would be by far the most intriguing option at 3C, as a former top-10 pick whose ability to transport the puck would add welcome speed to that part of that lineup, without sacrificing smarts or defense.
—Max Bultman, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
The Emmy-winning Desperate Housewives alum says her character is just as hard on herself, sacrificing her personal life for the sake of her career.
—Eric Andersson, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Shenhe Colorful Cardigan If your fall wardrobe leans neutral, this colorful striped cardigan is the easiest way to add playfulness without sacrificing comfort.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2025
Parents, experts and companies must work together to create safeguards that save lives without sacrificing trust.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Yet, there’s plenty of evidence around the state that shows just how impactful playing multiple sports is without exactly sacrificing an opportunity to play at the next level.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
Want a kitchen appliance that packs power without sacrificing counter space?
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025
Loop’s Experience line is specially made for concerts by dampening the decibels without sacrificing the performer’s sound quality.
—Jessica Comstock, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sacrificing
offering
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Caroline Ervin, landscape designer and owner of The Georgetown Garden Shop, told shrubs that produce berries in the fall are especially valuable during migration season, offering essential nutrition to birds in need of high-fat, energy-rich foods.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Feller told Al Jazeera that Chinese employers would have to accommodate non-Mandarin speakers by offering English-language positions and improve work-life balance.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Sacrificing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sacrificing. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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