as in grit
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
the movie somewhat exaggerates the grittiness of the explorers, but the basic facts are correct
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Noun
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If anything, the Rainbow tracks illustrate the youthful grit with which Yes combined their virtuoso tendencies onstage with a certain in-your-face raggedness.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
6 Mar. 2025 -
Perhaps no other artist has better succeeded at capturing Rio’s exuberant blend of maximalism and grit.—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Final Thoughts In 2025, businesses that thrive will be those that have the courage to define a niche and serve it relentlessly.—
Sneha Lundia,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Lilian, with a phobia of reptiles, nevertheless gathered the courage for her children’s sake, running a finger along the back of the boa constrictor.—
Yiyun Li,
The New Yorker,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Passengers huddle to hear the fabled tale of a sailor who fell in love with the ocean, an allegory about bravery, exploration and transformation.—
Josh Rivera,
USA TODAY,
9 Mar. 2025
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Your dignity honors the bravery of the Ukrainian people.—
Rebecca Schneid,
TIME,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The primary considerations in the election of a new Vicar of Christ are concerns such as adherence to the Gospel, commitment to evangelization, and the fortitude to root out corruption in one of the world’s most complex religious institutions.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
28 Feb. 2025
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Many people have the fortitude to venture out on their own and do so safely and successfully.—
Harriette Cole,
The Mercury News,
26 Feb. 2025
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Theory one: After producing nine Bond films over 30 years, starting with GoldenEye in 1995, Broccoli no longer has the stomach or stamina for another years-long Bond production marathon.—
Benjamin Svetkey and Julian Sancton,
The Hollywood Reporter,
26 Feb. 2025
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The key tenets of the framework are honed through activities that test endurance and stamina throughout the five-week flagship experience, which can include tasks like making direct sales on the streets of San Francisco.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
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The winners likewise offered less spark and spunk than in many of the Oscars' best years.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA TODAY,
3 Mar. 2025
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Forever proud of her Irish heritage that provided her with spunk and beauty.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Grittiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grittiness. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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