valor

Example Sentences

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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

It is militarily, politically and even intellectually enlightening, but is more deliberately about selflessness and valor, not an inappropriate offering for Veterans Day.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025

From there, Le Tellier pieces together a stirring tale of valor and romance, death and duty during the darkest days of World War II. — M.W.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 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

He forces his horse through the flames and wakens Brynhild, who gives herself to him joyfully because he has proved his valor in reaching her.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton