heroism
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Smit Machchhar was hailed for his heroism after being stabbed on Flight 1073.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
The world of “Lanterns” prefers to be bracingly honest about our false assumptions about heroism and whether the people we deem to be noble really are.
From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2026
Dana Andrews is a decorated bombardier who returns to the same soda fountain job he held before the war, discovering that military heroism doesn’t necessarily translate into peacetime opportunity.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2026
It's a universe in which players craft stories of heroism, treachery and geopolitical turmoil - and suffer real-life economic consequences.
From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026
On the topic of heroism, it seems I will soon be promoted.
From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys
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