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brave

[breyv] / breɪv /




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Those of us who are parents need to be brave enough to say no to video games and recognize the harm that they cause.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Not winning the Tony for his indefatigable performance must sting, but John Lithgow was favored to win for his brave turn as the baleful Roald Dahl of Mark Rosenblatt’s “Giant.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“I’m going to encourage you to be brave and stand firm for the people of this county,” one resident told the commissioners.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Rachel Kingsbrook, 47, lives over the border in Cantley in Norfolk, but has been following Asato, describing her as "extremely brave".

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Thousands of Americans craved information on their brave hero who was once again out exploring with a “hopeful and encouraging spirit.”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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