act of courage
Example Sentences
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The family of Mr Daulby has also paid tribute to their "hero" who died during "the act of courage to save others".
From BBC • Oct. 3, 2025
The family commended “this act of courage, along with Alijah’s incredible will to survive,” calling it “nothing short of miraculous.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2025
In many instances, the sharing itself was an act of courage at a time when people are increasingly isolated.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 18, 2023
She is perhaps the most unlikely character to change this family’s fortunes, but she commits an audacious act of courage, a move that could end a legacy of faltering identities.
From New York Times • May 16, 2023
They didn’t need his act of courage; what they needed was someone to blame.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
