as in heroism
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
a new recruit with all of the doughtiness of the finest soldiers who ever saw battle
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Noun
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That his record is treated as honorable, rather than hushed up and relegated to the trash bin of history, is a sour commentary on heroism and distinction in modern America.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2025 -
President Barack Obama later honored him for his heroism.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The question is: Will your organization have the courage to relinquish outdated control mechanisms and embrace fluidity as its greatest strength?—
Izabela Lundberg,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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This is the untold origin of a revolution—where faith is tested, courage is forged, and the forces of darkness fight to extinguish the light.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The ceremony honored eight recipients from around the world for acts of bravery, activism, perseverance and more.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Reprising the role of the cocky Naval aviator required the bravery of a real fighter pilot.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Great gallantry April 5th is known as Go for Broke Day.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
3 Apr. 2025
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Queen Victoria created the unit in 1900 after an adviser suggested that the Irish regiments should wear shamrocks on their headdress every St. Patrick's Day as a nod to the crown's appreciation for their gallantry during the Boer War, the British Army said.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The skit cunningly notes that a lot of what has been said about Smith wouldn’t be said to his face and taps nearly four decades of comedy prowess.—
Mankaprr Conteh,
Rolling Stone,
31 Mar. 2025
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Brian, an avid hunter known for his cooking prowess, owns Forest River Bean Co., and several hunting properties in the area.—
Brad Dokken,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The robot is designed to treat complex patient problems in the field of reconstructive surgery, lymphatic surgery, peripheral nerve repair and trauma.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
1 Apr. 2025
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Calcium is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth and regulating nerve function.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Doughtiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doughtiness. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.
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