hero

Example Sentences

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The EU says a primitive form of feta is mentioned in the Odyssey, when the hero of the ancient epic takes cheese from the cave of the cyclops Polyphemus.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

But the eternal optimist said he draws strength from the example set by Glover: "He's a natural American hero, in my opinion."

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

As the play opens he is returning to Rome as a lauded hero, having led the city’s forces in vanquishing the Goths.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

But those who once counted Chavez as a hero say they cannot let these revelations stop them from celebrating the accomplishments of the wider labour movement.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

“Look, a young Rostam walks among us,” said Samir, meaning the hero of legend and not his old donkey.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri