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heroism

[her-oh-iz-uhm] / ˈhɛr oʊˌɪz əm /


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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

"I cannot wait" to bring "her fight, her love, her losses, her talent and her heroism to the big screen," the Grammy winner added.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

That is certainly true of Quincy’s statues of Florian and Michael, who have long been symbols of the heroism and sacrifice of firefighters and other first responders.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Striving for heroism is a common expectation of ourselves and others in a decent society.

From Salon • Jan. 28, 2026

Is that an act of great heroism in the United States of America?

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers




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