Example Sentences

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He added that Hinton has surrendered his bonus for this year.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

He has surrendered no runs and struck out three, overpowering opposing hitters with a 100-mph fastball and a devastating splitter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 5, 2025

A court that seemed alive to these threats has surrendered a powerful tool in upholding the rule of law.

From Slate • Jul. 1, 2025

Toranaga has surrendered to his Council enemies and has accepted his fate.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 6, 2024

One of them called to us and said, "Boys, you may as well go home; Lee has surrendered his army."

From From Bull Run to Appomattox by Hopkins, Luther W.