determination

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"Transporting a stone of this size over such a long distance would have required planning, coordination and a deep understanding of the landscape -- not to mention tremendous determination," Dr. Clarke said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

"One of the questions that still troubles me is what would have happened if my dad had not had the medical knowledge, confidence and determination to challenge the diagnosis," Lizzie said.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said the "vile" sanctions would be met with "greater unity and determination from our people."

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

“The reliability of Sanberg’s information is suspect given that he has pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges, and the government has made its own determination that he is not credible.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

These extraordinary accomplishments of not only incredible nautical and scientific achievements but also intensely personal stories of courage and determination combine to make every wreck between the covers of this book a compelling human story.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler