as in courage
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
had the spunk to overcome a severe physical disability
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Recent Examples of spunk
Savannah Guthrie and her two siblings issued an emotional plea on Instagram for their mom's return, citing her spunk, her loving personality and her vulnerability.
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Helen Rummel,
AZCentral.com,
4 Feb. 2026
Animal-print chairs maintain a bit of spunk in the now bright, airy rooms, as do ornate dark wood bedside tables.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
Each design also has its own energy and spunk!
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Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
15 Dec. 2025
Dallas’ defense showed some spunk, even factoring in the matchup against an offense that ranked 30th in the NFL coming into the game.
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Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for spunk
Helen Rummel,
AZCentral.com,
4 Feb. 2026
Animal-print chairs maintain a bit of spunk in the now bright, airy rooms, as do ornate dark wood bedside tables.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
Each design also has its own energy and spunk!
—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
15 Dec. 2025
Dallas’ defense showed some spunk, even factoring in the matchup against an offense that ranked 30th in the NFL coming into the game.
—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for spunk
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spunk
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Unable to outrun the Bitchfist, the Hand earns his reputation for cunning and courage.
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March 21 – April 19 Aries, your courage meets a softer mirror.
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Zeolite absorbs excess oil while silk powder creates airy body and grit, making limp hair look instantly fuller and more lived-in.
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The Liberty’s tunnel is especially a sight because their tunnel style often lives in between a stretch of femininity and New York grit.
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However, optimizing it in meaningful ways that are beneficial to its key constituencies is possible and can be rewarding on many levels if would-be disruptors are realistic about the scale and complexity of the challenges and have the creativity, patience, and fortitude to overcome them.
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Teams love Stirtz’s mental fortitude, leadership and of course his ability to score.
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Just watching as a fan from a distance, I was impressed by her bravery.
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There has been an outpouring of support on social media for those who stopped to help, heralding their bravery and selflessness.
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Be honest about your age, health and stamina.
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In Taurus, however, the red planet trades speed for stamina.
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That mix of stubbornness and courageousness is what endeared Snider to fans and peers alike.
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Fatty Fish Fatty or oily fish are fish and other seafood that naturally store oil all over their bodies, including their tissues and around their guts.
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Imagine having the guts to wear separates to your prom!
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Croatia returned from the hydration break with determination, forcing Panama to play its game for the first time so far.
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Sayers, however, appealed the OOR’s determination to the Centre County Court of Common Pleas.
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“Spunk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spunk. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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