as in brave
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having or showing a lot of courage or determination
A plucky young man who never gave up on his dream.
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Recent Examples of plucky
And the beloved blockbuster Titanic, now nearly 30 years old, guarantees that he will forever be cemented in our collective consciousness as the plucky Jack.
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Tim Grierson, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2025
That the Broncos are plucky, but not ready for primetime.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 18 Sep. 2025
What are two plucky boys to do?
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 9 Sep. 2025
These artists no doubt saw themselves in the plucky perspective that Swift’s lyrics conveyed.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
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Tim Grierson, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2025
That the Broncos are plucky, but not ready for primetime.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 18 Sep. 2025
What are two plucky boys to do?
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 9 Sep. 2025
These artists no doubt saw themselves in the plucky perspective that Swift’s lyrics conveyed.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for plucky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plucky
Adjective
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For me, it’s been really essential to read a lot of great information, and to come at the world filled with knowledge and all these ideas of, in my view, much smarter and braver people than myself.—
Fiction Non Fiction,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
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For those brave scientists who study snakes–aka herpetologists–the mechanics behind the reptiles’ fast fangs are more fascinating than fear-inducing.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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That instinct and his courageous actions on May 15, 2024, during a burglary in progress led to the local officer being among 15 first responders presented with a Hero Award during the National First Responders Day Roll Call of Heroes on Tuesday in New York City’s Times Square.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
29 Oct. 2025
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Tolkien conceived of the Shire as the quaint, pastoral homeland of the Hobbits, a race of short yet courageous dwellers of the fictional Middle-earth.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Journey with Marie and her valiant Nutcracker prince to the Land of the Sugar Plum Fairy to experience a classic story with distinctly local flair.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
21 Oct. 2025
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Despite the valiant efforts, catch-up hockey does not become them.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
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From being a runaway teen to a lawyer to a stay-at-home mom, the Indian-American comedian's journey is one of fearless reinvention rooted in unwavering authenticity.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
1 Nov. 2025
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Because artistic directors are crucial to the flourishing of any fashion house, Dreyfus’ latest also devotes space to highlighting the contributions of Louis Vuitton’s most fearless leaders — who were able to propel the label into the present day while keeping a firm grasp on its inimitable legacy.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Now, Alesta is determined to destroy the beast that took her friend from her by traveling to Hell.—
Brittany Johnson,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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Hezbollah remains determined to maintain control over Lebanon and suppress other communities.—
Benjamin Weinthal,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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And yet, welcoming that idea can shock the system because our popular conception of the American Revolution is so often encased in bloodless, gallant myth.—
Sarah Botstein,
The Atlantic,
8 Oct. 2025
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The experience of secession, of war, of industrial slaughter and gallant sacrifice, of Black soldiery and humanity all reforged Lincoln into a stronger alloy.—
Jack Sheehan
September 4,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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Despite living in hiding, Machado was resolute about Venezuela’s future.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
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Any credible evidence of sabotage or arson will be met with a swift and resolute response.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The shows share a preoccupation with the heroic potential of oddballs and burnouts, one that has kept Horses galloping for five seasons (and two more are in the works).—
Judy Berman,
Time,
29 Oct. 2025
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In 2024, the group’s journey abruptly ended when a man broke his femur after he was hit by a small avalanche, prompting a heroic rescue effort.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Plucky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plucky. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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