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 going solo is risky, launching your own label as an unknown requires an even bigger leap of faith—along with either a willing suspension of disbelief or an amazing amount of true grit.—
Nicole Phelps,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2025 -
Stylists who make it in New York City often are the human embodiment of the term grit.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
29 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The strength, courage, and discipline this takes is beyond words.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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This final chapter of June’s journey highlights the importance of hope, courage, solidarity, and resilience in the pursuit of justice and freedom.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
12 Feb. 2025
Noun
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This year’s ceremony was dedicated to those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires and the true superheroes – the firefighters and emergency responders whose bravery, dedication and sacrifice helped protect lives and property.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2025
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His support, loyalty, bravery, and wisdom inspire me to always be my best.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
29 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Football games are won and lost in the trenches by the players who are willing to have physical and mental fortitude on each play.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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How could Joe Biden and Kamala Harris convince us of their decency and ethical fortitude when their Administration wouldn’t even allow a Palestinian American to speak at the Democratic National Convention?—
Brady Brickner-Wood,
The New Yorker,
5 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Less muscle means less stamina and strength and more fatigue, making treatment and recovery more difficult.30 Foods to Help Gain Weight Choosing foods high in protein and calories can help achieve weight gain.—
Brittany Poulson, MDA, RDN, CD, CDCES,
Verywell Health,
11 Feb. 2025
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Trump seems to welcome every opportunity to show off his stamina and strike a contrast with Biden, even months after defeating him.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
Noun
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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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Socorro’s social nature, her spunk and her adaptability were likely rooted in her early childhood experiences tagging along with her father to bullfights and bars.—
Erica Zora Wrightson,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Grittiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grittiness. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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