fortitude
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As Li’s novel makes clear, to be young and ambitious in 18th century Europe meant having the fortitude to dream forbidden dreams, against all odds.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026
Across the train tracks, past feed and hardware stores, Yvette Mannon summed up Nebraskans' resilience and fortitude.
From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026
But an investor who is relying on the stock market to build wealth needs the psychological fortitude to keep putting money into the market, even during a downturn, he added.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 16, 2026
More important than reprising the past is asking whether we have the fortitude and tools to prevent the next attack.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
He flicks his rubber band as his eyes scan my body, mentally critiquing my lack of physical fortitude.
From "Everything, Everything" by Nicola Yoon
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