heroism
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Eisenkot focused his initial response on the heroism of the passengers, rather than Netanyahu’s response.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2026
Parents like John Sr. and Bernadette realize how heavily heroism drags on a person, and the exhaustion of being the first or the only to breathe rare air in exclusive company.
From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2026
"It was really important for her to know that bravery and heroism started with her - when there wasn't anyone else there, and nobody was able to come to help her," her mum said.
From BBC ● May 22, 2026
"We're so proud of him... I see messages about him, literally from all over the world, talking about his heroism."
From Barron's ● May 19, 2026
"No amount of heroism or discipline by an Inka army,” Hemming wrote, "could match the military superiority of the Spaniards.”
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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