gallantly
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Gen. Lafayette of the Continental Army, returned after an absence of more than 40 years for a grand tour of the country he so gallantly served at its birth.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
When she’s youthful, Sophie catches the eye of a handsome, richly dressed stranger who gallantly escorts her away from two men harassing her on the street.
From Salon ● Aug. 4, 2026
Arenales gallantly stepping up to support Espinal against a social firing squad sparked a flame between the two.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2025
Despite his eventual defeat, Tipu was respected by the British for his military acumen and "the way he died gallantly in battle", according to Mr Dalrymple.
From BBC ● Mar. 29, 2022
The sweep of her hair back from her face, the curve of her nostril suggested the figurehead of a ship plunging gallantly into a rough sea.
From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 7–11
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