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Noun
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The primary considerations in the election of a new Vicar of Christ are concerns such as adherence to the Gospel, commitment to evangelization, and the fortitude to root out corruption in one of the world’s most complex religious institutions.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
28 Feb. 2025 -
Many people have the fortitude to venture out on their own and do so safely and successfully.—
Harriette Cole,
The Mercury News,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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New highlights include Oysters Rockefeller with a miso twist and Drunken Prawns with Cajun spice and puffed grits, a nod to Sam DuVall’s Mississippi roots.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Sigma Beauty Spa Brush Cleaning Glove $42 AMAZON Rather than lathering your brush by hand, slide on this glove for extra grit with half the effort.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Maddie is a feral woman with a lot of gumption, who is a fighter and a survivor.—
Patrick Gomez,
EW.com,
7 Mar. 2025
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Do the Angels have the gumption to try again and attempt to land a superstar like Guerrero?—
Jim Bowden,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
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At the same time, fresh ideas emerging from young professionals light up communication strategies with spunk and vitality.—
Deepa Nagraj,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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The winners likewise offered less spark and spunk than in many of the Oscars' best years.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA TODAY,
3 Mar. 2025
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The escalating geopolitical events south of the border compound AI uncertainties, while the upcoming political transition at home will test Canada’s mettle in the coming years.—
Hessie Jones,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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But while that bout gave Jones the chance to test his mettle against the man considered the greatest heavyweight champion in UFC history, Miocic looked like a shadow of the man who ruled the heavyweight division in his prime.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 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
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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Yes, Republicans have been getting an earful from their districts, but those skirmishes are going to look perfectly benign compared to what a vindictive Trump could unleash for lawmakers who show too much pluck.—
Philip Elliott,
TIME,
25 Feb. 2025
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In 2015, an exceedingly polite, marmalade-slurping fellow in a floppy felt hat and blue duffel coat arrived in theaters and offered an uplifting story about tolerance and pluck.—
Brooks Barnes,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Pluckiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pluckiness. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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