determination

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Formula 1's governing body the FIA said, external Zanardi's "journey from life-changing accident to Paralympics gold medallist made him one of sport's most admired competitors and an enduring symbol of courage and determination".

From BBC • May 2, 2026

But, unbeknownst to many observers at the time, Graham was enduring even more withering pressures, with determination that was all the more impressive for being almost entirely invisible.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Specifically, the court considered whether the statute governing TPS designations prevents courts from considering whether the DHS secretary’s process leading up to terminating status was enough, or if they can only review the final determination.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

After Lorenzo claimed to discern evidence of moral strength, determination and leadership qualities, Orson is said to have remarked that the sitter “would make a roaring abolitionist.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

She stood on the wheel of one of those World War One propeller planes, with a look of determination, as if fueled by miranium.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas