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courage

[kur-ij, kuhr-] / ˈkɜr ɪdʒ, ˈkʌr- /


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Samuelson urged her colleagues to stand strong: “There are times when you need courage; stand on principle even if you stand alone.”

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

In 2008, Duncan also received the National Association of Secretaries of State’s Margaret Chase Smith American Democracy Award for political courage and public service.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

"But Korea had the courage to look what it had done straight in the eye" while "Denmark prefers to sweep everything under the rug," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

He showed the mentality and courage to step forward and take responsibility, which is all you can ask of any player.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

We took great comfort and courage from her endless patience and perseverance.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo




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