Sake (Noun)
Meaning 1
The purpose of achieving or obtaining; "for the sake of argument".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- She decided to work overtime for the sake of her family's well-being.
- The company invested in new technology for the sake of increased efficiency.
- He lied for the sake of avoiding a confrontation with his boss.
- For the sake of clarity, the lecture was divided into smaller sections.
- They stayed in the relationship for the sake of their children.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- During the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, the priests also served a cup of sake to the honored guests.
- Sake brewing techniques can vary significantly between different regions in Japan.
- She walked into the traditional ryokan inn and was immediately offered a warm cup of sake.
- In many Japanese restaurants, sake is still served in the traditional clay decanters called tokkuri.
- The izakaya menu featured several different types of sake carefully curated from various regions in Japan.
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Hypernyms
Meaning 3
A reason for wanting something done; "for your sake"; "died for the sake of his country"; "in the interest of safety"; "in the common interest".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- She worked overtime just for the sake of her family's well-being.
- He risked his life for the sake of saving the children trapped in the fire.
- The company downsized to ensure its survival and for the sake of its remaining employees.
- The researchers dedicated their lives studying the disease for the sake of finding a cure.
- The firemen entered the burning building for the sake of rescue and to save anyone they could.