heroics

Example Sentences

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Despite the late heroics, it wasn’t enough to keep UCLA’s season alive.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Starting at fly-half against Italy on Saturday, she will doubtless have the opportunity to extend her streak, even if England are unlikely to need more last-gasp, long-range heroics.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

After a stellar career that included Olympic gold in 2016, Ryder Cup heroics and reaching No. 1 in the world, it began to look like time was catching up to Rose.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

But it felt like he got the most out of the equipment he has at Williams, with no heroics.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

I was busy feeling sorry for my unappreciated heroics and myself in general and didn’t see Rose there until she briefly took my hand.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline