valiant

Example Sentences

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He called the team’s effort to push eventual Big Ten champion Purdue valiant, but the games ahead in March simply mean more to the Bruins.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

That this valiant display coincides with the anniversary of the Coens’ landmark film only further confirms the perennial relevance of “Fargo.”

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

After being broken in the third set, he immediately called for the trainer and, after a valiant attempt at his next service game, called it quits.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

Glenn Phillips hit a valiant 78 off 40 balls and briefly threatened a fightback in his 79-run partnership with Mark Chapman, who made 39.

From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026

Only enough strength was left in the old dog for a valiant baring of his teeth.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford