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Sacrifice

Sacrifice

(n)
UK
ˈsækrɪfaɪs
US
ˈsækrɪfaɪs
Definition: An act of slaughtering an animal or person or surrendering a possession as an offering to a deity.
Meaning: Sự hy sinh
Not Common
How to use "Sacrifice" vocabulary in sentence (example)

There are many myths and legends of Machu Picchu being used as a site for human sacrifice, yet very little scientific evidence backs this fact up.

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The Aztecs adopted human sacrifice from earlier cultures (such as the Olmecs) because they believed the universe would come to an end and the sun would cease to move without human blood.

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The Saffron in the Indian flag symbolizes sacrifice and courage, the white symbolizes truth and peace.

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