as in virtues
a quality that gives something special worth
the cardinal virtue of wool is that it retains its insulating properties even when wet
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Noun
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As progressives have begun to fear that the American system might in fact be lost, many have rediscovered its virtues.—
Yoni Appelbaum,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026 -
Decades later, some of the biggest criticisms of Communion are arguably among its most charming virtues, from Walken's idiosyncratic performance as a man on the verge of a nervous breakdown to the cheesy special effects.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 June 2026
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Both are wearing these distinctions as a badge of honor.—
Dennis Valera,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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While there are no major distinctions between the spaces, there are slight differences.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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Navratilova was asked whether tennis’ biggest names get advantages that other players do not.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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Los Angeles offers unique advantages that few Olympic cities can match.—
Tim Genske,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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To succeed, Democrats must now demonstrate that, despite the costs, America’s security at home depends on its influence abroad; shaping foreign policy around traditional values benefits Americans; and respecting alliances is a source of strength.—
Missy Ryan,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
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Heat index values could approach 100 to 105 degrees, just shy of the weather service’s heat advisory criteria.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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Before 2025, the foundation also recruited outside experts – typically university researchers – to weigh in on the merits of nearly every funding proposal.—
Remy Dou,
The Conversation,
10 June 2026
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While the relative merits of their basketball bona fides can be—and most definitely have been—argued ad nauseam, James spoke up on uncomfortable topics.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
9 June 2026
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“Cardinal virtues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cardinal%20virtues. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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