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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The document recognizes her contributions in the social and cultural spheres and describes her as a role model for her efforts and virtues, the Ecuadorian outlet El Universo reported.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
29 Sep. 2025 -
These proposals have certain virtues.—
ANDRIY ZAGORODNYUK,
Foreign Affairs,
23 Sep. 2025
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Beyond improving mobility, the transition marked a step forward in gender equality within the police, eliminating visual distinctions and reinforcing that women could perform the same duties as men on the streets of Sweden.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
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My guess is that those who signed the pledge are unlikely to make fine distinctions.—
Gershom Gorenberg,
The Atlantic,
3 Oct. 2025
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James allegedly lied on her paperwork, saying her New York property had four units instead of the proper five, which gives her mortgage advantages.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Oct. 2025
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The potential advantages are clear.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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The capsule includes just six pieces, each with a hangtag detailing its techniques and materials to better communicate the brand’s values to the customer.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
4 Oct. 2025
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And the president is meeting with the Office of Management and Budget to try to understand what agencies are essential, what agencies do not align with the administration's priorities and values.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
3 Oct. 2025
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Oral arguments regarding the merits of the state’s appeal of the lower court decision are scheduled for January.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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Many legal experts felt Trump’s case was weak on its merits.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Cardinal virtues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cardinal%20virtues. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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