self-sacrifice
noun
sacrifice of one's interests, desires, etc., as for duty or the good of another.
self-sacrificing
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a word derived from
self-sacrifice.
Example Sentences
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"Mothers are typically perceived as trustworthy, self-sacrificing and emotionally safe so this made the contestants trust her," says Mair.
From BBC ● Jan. 24, 2026
“Thanks to your self-sacrificing and devoted struggle, the militant fraternity and friendship and invincible alliance between our country and Russia grow firmer,” he said, according to state media.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 1, 2026
Over the course of the games, he grew to respect the more self-sacrificing Arisu and Usagi, eventually even getting shot in order to save Usagi.
From Salon ● Sep. 26, 2025
Even cynical moviegoers hardened by the rigidity of formula in so many other animated features will be hard-pressed not to root for self-sacrificing, determined and warm-circuited Roz.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2024
She wanted to put her arms around him and look deep into his eyes and didn’t because she respected his right to make this self-sacrificing contribution to their safety.
From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry
