as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
the inspiring heroism of the firefighters who risked their lives to save the people trapped in the burning building
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Recent Examples of heroism
The heroism of educators and staff who kept students quiet under pews and sheltered in a downstairs classroom is vividly revealed.
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Michael Dorgan , Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
For all his heroism, Alt-Auggie knows that his son’s issues included violence and drug abuse.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Reyne also praised the heroism of first responders and those inside the church at the time of the incident.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
Americana, underdog heroism, and high-octane action to tell a big, fun, family story as bold as Bigfoot itself.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2025
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Michael Dorgan , Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
For all his heroism, Alt-Auggie knows that his son’s issues included violence and drug abuse.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Reyne also praised the heroism of first responders and those inside the church at the time of the incident.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
Americana, underdog heroism, and high-octane action to tell a big, fun, family story as bold as Bigfoot itself.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heroism
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For her kindness and friendship, for her humour and irrepressible enthusiasm, for her curiosity, for her courage, and for her profound love of animals.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
6 Oct. 2025
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Shout out to Ayesha for giving voice to other married women who are grieving old identities and seeking the courage to craft new ones.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 Oct. 2025
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The Moomins, created by Finnish artist and writer Tove Jansson during WWII, are gentle, rotund trolls who live in Moominvalley, a magical place where adventures are always waiting around the corner and the values of friendship, bravery and respect are ever-present.—
Carole Horst,
Variety,
6 Oct. 2025
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Police said due to the bravery of worshippers and staff at the synagogue, as well as the police response time, the suspect wasn’t able to get inside the building.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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There’s a quixotic gallantry to appealing to a saner conservative and looking ahead to a post-Trump American politics.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
14 Aug. 2025
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Queen Elizabeth later awarded Beaton the George's Cross, Britain’s highest civilian award for gallantry, for his role in saving her daughter’s life, and bestowed honors on Callender, as well as the other policemen and onlookers who intervened.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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The set-piece prowess is still there, and accounts for nearly 37 per cent of their xG (the fifth-highest in the league), but there has been a discernible shift so far in the type of chances created from open play.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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Schneider seemed to feel the moment was more of a testament to Judge’s prowess rather than an admonition of the pitcher or decision.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
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Years after Air Force Combat Controller John Chapman fought to the death to save his fellow soldiers, an intelligence officer strives to prove his valor — leading an investigation that ultimately would secure him the Medal of Honor.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
3 Oct. 2025
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For Washington, valor was never the same as recklessness.—
Maurizio Valsania,
The Conversation,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Heroism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heroism. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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