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bravery

[brey-vuh-ree, breyv-ree] / ˈbreɪ və ri, ˈbreɪv ri /


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Surrey Police Chief Constable Tim De Meyer said: "Had it not been for the courage of PC Wakefield, a life would have been lost. His bravery, skill and composure exemplified the best in policing."

From BBC • May 26, 2026

She added that her son had been due to receive a bravery award days after his death.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

The San Diego police chief said Abdullah’s bravery in confronting the shooters saved lives.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

“Her perseverance and bravery are inspiring to the members of my office, and more importantly, to survivors everywhere.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

“I’m not a person to harass,” I spit out with fake bravery.

From "Hurricane Child" by Kheryn Callender




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