gallant act
Example Sentences
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In an extraordinary letter of thanks, the officer's father wrote to Robert Malin to commend his "gallant act" and invite him to visit them.
From BBC • Nov. 11, 2018
At Andrews, Sadat praised Carter for the "brave and gallant act" of calling the summit.
From Time Magazine Archive
The present generation has not gazed at a more gallant act than Cervera at Santiago.
From Time Magazine Archive
And, Sire, I honour far more the gallant act of chivalry, that bravery which forced you back to my Court to make this honourable amend.
From The King's Esquires The Jewel of France by Fenn, George Manville
"Don't mention it; there are other ladies present, and, no doubt, your gallant act was worthy the reward; a pleasant evening, sir," and he drew aside, stiffly military.
From My Lady of Doubt by Kimball, Alonzo
