as in distinctions
a quality that gives something special worth
the virtue of wool as a clothing material is that it can provide insulation from the cold even when wet
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Recent Examples of virtues
That’s a shame because one of the biggest virtues of Zoox’s symmetrical 4-wheel-steering design is superior ability to do general PuDo.
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Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
To be part of a society that made Lizzo one of the biggest recording stars of the early 2020s was a small indicator that progressive values and virtues had survived the (first) Trump presidency.
—Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
Becoming a saint In the Catholic faith, sainthood is reserved for those who have lived a life of heroic virtues, offered their life for others or died for their faith, according to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
—Lauren Costantino
september 6, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Was one of Forest’s virtues last season their relative simplicity, which will now be disrupted?
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
This clearing away of the symbolic backbone of revolutionary virtues marked a return to authoritarian rule.
—Ellen Walker, JSTOR Daily, 3 Sep. 2025
With the film world descending on the Venice Film Festival today, Elev8on will be in Italy persuading potential partners about the virtues of their tech.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2025
People modulate their behavior for different situations, self-correct when held to account, and internalize virtues that inform their decisions.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2025
One complained that the game doesn't explain itself, but then in the same video extolled the virtues of Minecraft—a game that explains itself even less.
—ArsTechnica, 18 Aug. 2025
Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
To be part of a society that made Lizzo one of the biggest recording stars of the early 2020s was a small indicator that progressive values and virtues had survived the (first) Trump presidency.
—Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
Becoming a saint In the Catholic faith, sainthood is reserved for those who have lived a life of heroic virtues, offered their life for others or died for their faith, according to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
—Lauren Costantino
september 6, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Was one of Forest’s virtues last season their relative simplicity, which will now be disrupted?
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
This clearing away of the symbolic backbone of revolutionary virtues marked a return to authoritarian rule.
—Ellen Walker, JSTOR Daily, 3 Sep. 2025
With the film world descending on the Venice Film Festival today, Elev8on will be in Italy persuading potential partners about the virtues of their tech.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2025
People modulate their behavior for different situations, self-correct when held to account, and internalize virtues that inform their decisions.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2025
One complained that the game doesn't explain itself, but then in the same video extolled the virtues of Minecraft—a game that explains itself even less.
—ArsTechnica, 18 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for virtues
Noun
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Gongs include a Grand Prize, a special jury prize as well as distinctions for design, know-how and gemstones.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
9 Sep. 2025
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Legal operations often involve context, judgment and subtle distinctions that automation isn’t yet equipped to handle.—
Jens Erik Gould,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In addition to testing the munition's capabilities, the mission also validated the aircraft's enduring advantages, including its stealth, range, and payload flexibility, while reinforcing its evolving role in maritime strike.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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That said, robotic guide dogs offer other advantages.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Supreme Court emphasized that its September 10 denial of South Carolina's application was not a ruling on the merits of John Doe's claims but was based solely on the standards for emergency relief.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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The 6-3, unsigned order said the request, brought forward as an emergency petition by the state, was not denied on the merits, but rather due to the standards the justices consider when deciding whether to grant a stay.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Encouraging young adults to explore interests, values and long-term aspirations facilitates intrinsic motivation.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Both require a balance of commitment and flexibility, patience and action, values and adaptability.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Virtues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/virtues. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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