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heroism

[her-oh-iz-uhm] / ˈhɛr oʊˌɪz əm /


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In the latest Gabfest Reads, David talks with author Adam Higginbotham about his new book, Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2025

Heroism isn’t the point of the survey that follows.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2023

CLAIM: The Atlantic published an article with the headline, “The Heroism of Biden’s Bike Fall” after President Joe Biden fell on Saturday as he tried to dismount his bicycle.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 24, 2022

Dorn, who was 77, will receive the Single Act of Heroism Award for rushing the night of June 2 to Lee’s Pawn & Jewelry in St. Louis as it was being robbed by seven burglars.

From Washington Times • Mar. 25, 2021

I wonder whether you ever shewn her these Letters, especially the Last, with my Heroism, which you might do, should she inquire for my Safety.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson




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