courageous
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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
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
I hope Mr. Sasse’s public and courageous reflections on his terminal illness will help to compel the FDA to overhaul its dysfunctional drug approval protocols for rare diseases and more broadly.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
To give the soldiers their due, they were extremely courageous.
From "The BFG" by Roald Dahl
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