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chivalrous

[shiv-uhl-ruhs] / ˈʃɪv əl rəs /


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Even Miguel de Cervantes’s aging Don Quixote is driven into a phantasmagoric abyss by the reading of chivalrous romance.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 19, 2026

That's one of the things that struck me about it, this very old-timey chivalrous idea.

From Salon Sep. 28, 2024

Now, scientists have observed a pair of chivalrous birds joining the conversation.

From Science Magazine Mar. 25, 2024

Kelce said on Wednesday’s podcast episode that on dates, he’s all about playing his chivalrous gender role, keeping an eye out for his companion while out in public.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 18, 2023

“Your father wants me to be his Champion? What—don’t tell me that he’s managed to eliminate every noble soul out there! Surely there’s one chivalrous knight, one lord of steadfast heart and courage.”

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas




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