as in courage
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
it was only with the greatest fortitude that the Pilgrims were able to survive their first winter in Plymouth
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Recent Examples of fortitude
A certain kind of fortitude and tenacity is needed to withstand the howling winds and freezing temperatures which batter the town for many months of the year, but Bodø/Glimt is no ordinary team and its proud army of supporters is no ordinary fanbase.
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George Ramsay, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
Lately, the federal judiciary has responded with impressive speed and fortitude to Trump’s fusillade of executive orders and other actions.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2025
Though Graham had concerns for how Cooper would be handle the pressure of this style, he was quickly given comfort by the young actor’s fortitude.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2025
That Friday’s game was close at all was a testament to Oklahoma’s fortitude, especially that of star freshman Jeremiah Fears, who wound up scoring 20 of the Sooners’ points and making five of their 17 total baskets.
—Brendan Marks, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
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George Ramsay, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
Lately, the federal judiciary has responded with impressive speed and fortitude to Trump’s fusillade of executive orders and other actions.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2025
Though Graham had concerns for how Cooper would be handle the pressure of this style, he was quickly given comfort by the young actor’s fortitude.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2025
That Friday’s game was close at all was a testament to Oklahoma’s fortitude, especially that of star freshman Jeremiah Fears, who wound up scoring 20 of the Sooners’ points and making five of their 17 total baskets.
—Brendan Marks, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fortitude
Noun
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This is where the first-responder physio plays a critical role — staying vigilant, trusting their training and instincts, and having the courage to make the tough decision to remove a player when necessary.—
Geoff Scott,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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But any single act of courage might shift the trajectory of your life —or that of others.—
Margie Warrell,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Over time, this mindset builds creative stamina and psychological safety, both critical for navigating complex roles.—
Rob Robinson,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The actors were so committed and had such dramatic stamina.—
Manohla Dargis,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Even in those first sessions, Nikola stood out for his incredible bravery when going up against older boys.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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That indignation, those headlines, the praise for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s bravery and leadership cooling dramatically since those early days–in Europe and America.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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But new life and civilizations await, including a villain that will test our characters’ grit and resolve.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
15 May 2025
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Because buried underneath all the playoff grit and defensive toughness is a generational offensive weapon — one who can shift a game, a series, even a season with the flick of a wrist.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2025
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“Fortitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fortitude. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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