die for
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I’m in a better position financially and don’t want to wait until I die for them to get money when they could use it now.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 3, 2026
Some Cubans said that they are ready to die for their country if the U.S. takes military action.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
When asked where she finds the strength to comfort these children, Jung didn’t hesitate: “From them. There’s no teacher who gets into teaching after Columbine who isn’t ready to die for their kids,” she said.
From Salon ● Mar. 2, 2026
It was practically do or die for a banged-up team that needed to win at least two of its final five games for a realistic chance at the playoffs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 9, 2025
They had to show their love and respect, their appreciation; otherwise, the deer would be offended, and they would not come to die for them the following year.
From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko
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