willpower
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“This statue is a celebration of life. It is a symbol of resilience, freedom, patriotism, strength, and the willpower to keep fighting for the future of America.”
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
Only someone who says he was reborn in the inferno of the Palisades fire could possess the clarity and willpower needed to bring salvation to an accursed land, they argue.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
At the same time, they cautioned that bringing the same strategy to places outside the Mediterranean region, including the U.S., would require more than individual willpower.
From Science Daily • May 19, 2026
The order said that US superiority in space was a measure of national vision and willpower, contributing to the nation's strength, security and prosperity.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
She has all kinds of choices and possibilities, and the only thing that’s keeping her away from them is lack of willpower.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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