courageous
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“Liliana becomes so courageous and competitive when she gets in the circle,” Stith added.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
He thanked the "pioneer" activists he said had raised awareness with "their courageous commitment" to fight the "poisoning" of the land.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
A mosque security guard is being remembered for courageous actions that authorities say saved lives in the attack on the Islamic Center of San Diego that left three people dead.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
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
‘You’re the most courageous demigod I’ve ever met, Reyna. I -’ He faltered, perhaps realizing he had a large audience.
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
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