1.   The villagers hoped the gods would accept their sacrifice.

2.   Madelin openly told civil servants they would have to accept sacrifices.

3.   Though Kim has long been a champion of labor causes, since his election he has worked to persuade Koreans to accept short-term sacrifice, including layoffs.

4.   Our heavenly Father accepted His sacrifice for us.

5.   Civil servants have already shown a favourable response and senior officials are in a position to accept this sacrifice.

6.   Many Brazilians accepted the sacrifice for the good of the country.

7.   Adji called on the people of Niger to accept sacrifices to ensure their survival in the face of serious food shortages and other problems.

8.   But the new ruling alliance, if it wishes to succeed, will have to persuade Bulgarians to accept new sacrifices.