as in brave
feeling or displaying no fear by temperament
valiant soldiers marching off to war
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Recent Examples of valiant
Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
Without every last one of those points, there’s no telling whether No. 1 Duke would’ve survived No. 4 Arizona’s valiant comeback attempt.
—The Athletic College Basketball Staff, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
The Cybertruck is indeed a valiant effort in doing something new, and that’s not what most manufacturers dare to do.
—New Atlas, 12 Apr. 2025
In a valiant effort, Wanyonyi was able to hold off all three of these 1500-meter specialists.
—Katelyn Hutchison, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
This man is a valiant dignitary, at war, bearing immeasurable loss and fighting for his people.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
Without every last one of those points, there’s no telling whether No. 1 Duke would’ve survived No. 4 Arizona’s valiant comeback attempt.
—The Athletic College Basketball Staff, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
The Cybertruck is indeed a valiant effort in doing something new, and that’s not what most manufacturers dare to do.
—New Atlas, 12 Apr. 2025
In a valiant effort, Wanyonyi was able to hold off all three of these 1500-meter specialists.
—Katelyn Hutchison, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for valiant
Adjective
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Be brave and have an honest conversation with your spouse.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
2 May 2025
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To all candidates, campaign volunteers and election workers who participated in this election: thank you for your contribution to our democratic process, one that so many brave Canadians have sacrificed so much to defend.—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
1 May 2025
Noun
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For 27 years, the airline had been part of the Star Alliance, an umbrella collection of 25 global carriers including stalwarts of the sky like United, Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian.—
Julia Buckley,
CNN Money,
6 May 2025
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Pitbull, a suave Latino hitmaker, then Weezer, a nerdy alt-rock stalwart.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
5 May 2025
Adjective
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Take the first step today and let your epic story unfold, one courageous step at a time.—
Neerja Bhatia,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Originally bred as herding dogs, German shepherds earned the reputation of being affectionate, courageous and incredibly loyal.—
Mohammed Soliman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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With Alejandro Balde still out, Gerard Martin is the left back while the hero of the hour Kounde can be found on the other flank.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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The twisty plot is endlessly entertaining, though the specifics of the hero’s vaunted genius are sadly relegated to the sidelines.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Marvel’s Thunderbolts* brings together a huge ensemble cast for a less gallant take on the MCU.—
Keith Langston,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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Still, the gallant Pascal gets the plum Joan date that starts with a Ferrari ride.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
3 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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Lewis Hamilton, another co-chair, struck a heroic pose in an enchanted forest-like scene cast in twilight tones.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
7 May 2025
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Is there any doubt about Nikola Jokic’s MVP bona fides after his heroic Game 1 performance?—
Matt Schubert,
Denver Post,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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Initially introduced in the 1980s in service of building a superior urban running shoe, the color continues to embody New Balance’s staunch dedication to craft, quality, and fearless independence, in every field.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
3 May 2025
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Our natural and golden honey is named in honor of our fearless girl: The Delaney Bee Company, which pays homage to Maddy’s middle name.—
Carissa Talmage,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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“Valiant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valiant. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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