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courageous

[kuh-rey-juhs] / kəˈreɪ dʒəs /


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"We are heartbroken to announce the passing of my dad Ludek, following a brave and courageous battle with cancer," said Martin Miklosko.

From BBC Sep. 14, 2026

He praised Damascus's "courageous decision" to report the undisclosed site, which dates back to the rule of al-Assad.

From Barron's Sep. 1, 2026

The fall of Constantinople, Hannah Arendt’s courageous life, Paul Simon’s African inspiration and more.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 31, 2026

Ullom is courageous enough to ask this question and so many more with total honesty.

From Salon Aug. 24, 2026

Eventually, as a result of Doug’s visit, one group of Fayu invited a courageous husband-and-wife missionary couple to live with them.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond




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