self sacrifice

/ˌsɛlfˈsækrəˌfaɪs/
noun
  1. The act of giving up something valuable or important for the sake of others.
    • Many volunteers show great self-sacrifice by donating their time to help the homeless.
    • The firefighter's self-sacrifice saved three children from the burning building.
    • Her self-sacrifice in caring for her sick mother inspired everyone in the family.
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