heroically
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“Officers act heroically to enforce the law and protect American communities,” White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson said.
From Salon ● Jan. 14, 2026
Victory was perhaps aided by a horrifying mid-season crash for Ferrari's Niki Lauda, which kept the Austrian out for several races, but Hunt's victory was nevertheless heroically received.
From BBC ● Dec. 8, 2025
“The father heroically kept his son afloat throughout the ordeal, supporting him until rescue personnel arrived,” the department said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 7, 2025
“Ukrainians have fought heroically for their independence,” said Witkoff, who has tried to inspire Ukrainian officials with the idea of soldiers disarming to earn Silicon Valley-scale salaries operating American built AI data centers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 29, 2025
“I will, I will! Only you must be responsible for damages.” and obeying orders, Laurie heroically shut his eyes while something was put into his arms.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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