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courageous

[kuh-rey-juhs] / kəˈreɪ dʒəs /


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The judges who are defending the Constitution and the rule of law are courageous examples for pro-democracy Americans and other people of conscience.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026

"From different parts of Australia, and around the world, these Bravery honourees are characterised by their selfless, courageous, and determined response in unspeakable and horrific circumstances," Australia's Governor-General Sam Mostyn said.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

The use of military force requires bold and courageous decision-making.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Lebanon's government has acted against Iranian interests and withdrew its approval of the Iranian ambassador's accreditation on Tuesday, a decision Barrot hailed as "courageous".

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

A less courageous woman would almost certainly have sold the house and packed her bags and headed straight back to Norway with the children.

From "Boy: Tales of a Childhood" by Roald Dahl




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