courageous
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Moreover, all four ex-jocks are presented as so courageous, thoughtful, dedicated and manly that they’re effectively beatified, and they’re also barely distinguishable from one another.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
Fox remains as he has long been — funny, sincere, wildly talented and one of the most courageous people many of us will ever know.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
"We are heartbroken to announce the passing of my dad Ludek, following a brave and courageous battle with cancer," said Martin Miklosko.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
He praised Damascus's "courageous decision" to report the undisclosed site, which dates back to the rule of al-Assad.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
“If only I could be like Martin the Warrior. He was the bravest, most courageous mouse that ever lived!”
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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