sacrificing

present participle of sacrifice
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 Framed as an ensemble drama rather than the story of a single heroic whistleblower, the production compresses Ibsen’s plot, reimagines the ending and leans into satire without sacrificing moral bite. Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026 Circ’s hydrothermal recycling process is designed to separate polyester and cellulose in blended textiles without sacrificing either component. Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026 Ryan undertook extensive restoration work after acquiring Castleton, modernizing the home without sacrificing its historic character. Mark David, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026 But with Russell 11 seconds behind Norris and Antonelli lapping faster, Mercedes ordered a position swap, sacrificing Russell’s potential points gain. Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026 And while sacrificing Liam Hicks has diminished the Marlins’ offense in the short-term, team officials are bullish about the three prospects acquired from Tampa Bay in that transaction, as well as others acquired for Braxton Garrett and Lake Bachar. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2026 The bra also has wide side panels that smooth along the back, and it’s made with a moisture-wicking satin to keep you cool and dry, all without sacrificing luxurious comfort. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 22 Aug. 2026 Our goal is to stay one step ahead, providing proactive guidance while never sacrificing quality, creativity or the personalized service that defines Durée & Company. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Another argument favors sacrificing the long summer break for more frequent shorter breaks staggered throughout the school year. Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Aug. 2026
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  • Today, many of those same routes have found a second life, carrying travelers through some of the West’s most spectacular scenery while offering a glimpse into Colorado’s storied past.
    Jocelyn Rowley, Denver Post, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Since 1992, Anthropologie has been offering women an assortment of clothing, shoes, accessories, home decor, bridal, furniture and more.
    Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 24 Aug. 2026

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“Sacrificing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sacrificing. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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