determination
Example Sentences
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The contrast between Walker’s determination and Lynne’s passivity heightens the sense that her position in life is secure.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
"Lyndon's influence extended far beyond business success; he was admired for his warmth, integrity, humour and quiet determination," said Laney Amplification.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
I know, I know, they’re adorable, with their wide “eyes” and squat toddler-like determination as they trundle along, pausing in careful recalculation whenever they encounter a curb, street sign, a sidewalk cafe table.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
"We are also driven by our determination to keep Lebanon connected to the rest of the world."
From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026
Meanwhile, with every flight, the Pe-2 aircrews risked their lives with a determination that’s unimaginable for most of us.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
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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