as in heroism
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
the absence of indecision even in the face of death is the true mark of valor
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Recent Examples of valor
The Medal of Honor is awarded to service members who demonstrate exceptional valor in combat.
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Lexie Schapitl, NPR, 3 Jan. 2025
The Medal of Honor is the United States military’s highest award for valor.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Jan. 2025
No soldiers were punished, and many earned commendations for their valor.
—Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
He was awarded two Bronze Stars, including one with a valor device for courage under fire, a combat infantry badge and an Army Commendation Medal with valor.
—The Gazette, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Jan. 2025
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Lexie Schapitl, NPR, 3 Jan. 2025
The Medal of Honor is the United States military’s highest award for valor.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Jan. 2025
No soldiers were punished, and many earned commendations for their valor.
—Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
He was awarded two Bronze Stars, including one with a valor device for courage under fire, a combat infantry badge and an Army Commendation Medal with valor.
—The Gazette, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for valor
Noun
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Country singer Craig Morgan revealed the secret behind the heroism that drives members of the military and law enforcement officers to serve others in the face of perilous situations.—
Ashley Hume,
Fox News,
14 Mar. 2025
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What makes ‘Aloes’ so moving is the playwright’s insistence on the heroism and integrity of these harsh choices.—
Carmel Dagan,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2025
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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
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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
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He was deployed to Italy, where his conspicuous gallantry in combat earned him the Military Cross.—
Lawrence D. Freedman,
Foreign Affairs,
1 Jan. 2020
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Crank up the gallantry, crank up the generosity: Send a spark of love and novelty into the black cloud.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
21 Jan. 2025
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The elephant’s peek-a-boo prowess wasn’t entirely surprising, given that Gabon has a lot of jungle to vanish into.—
Chris Schalkx,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2025
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Of course, this toy’s prowess doesn’t start and stop with its internal capabilities.—
Gabrielle Kassel,
Glamour,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Valor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valor. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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