valor

Example Sentences

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More than 16 million Americans served in World War II. A conflict of that scale demands valor and bravery, and our servicemen answered the call.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

As a marine, Mueller earned a Bronze Star for valor and a Purple Heart for wounds received in combat.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

The valor comes when she picks her chopsticks up.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2025

But this week, he was accused of "stolen valor" for allegedly saying he carried a weapon of war in war — which he did not.

From Salon • Aug. 12, 2024

“Fetch her down here. Tell her I would like to give her my thanks personally for her valor at the lecture.”

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland