determination
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"Transporting a stone of this size over such a long distance would have required planning, coordination and a deep understanding of the landscape -- not to mention tremendous determination," Dr. Clarke said.
From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026
The biggest challenge for Washington may be Brazil’s determination to remain neutral.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
"One of the questions that still troubles me is what would have happened if my dad had not had the medical knowledge, confidence and determination to challenge the diagnosis," Lizzie said.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said the "vile" sanctions would be met with "greater unity and determination from our people."
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
With each step my determination persisted to raise a ton of money for Operation Save Sir Fig Newton.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
Vocabulary lists containing determination
Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" Speech (1963)
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"I Have a Dream" by Martin Luther King Jr.
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