hero

Example Sentences

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Suleimani was powerful and viewed as a national hero in Iran, and his mythical status grew even more in death.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

But the eternal optimist said he draws strength from the example set by Glover: "He's a natural American hero, in my opinion."

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

We watch our hero athletes handle all that pressure on the field, and they make it seem effortless.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

When speaking on his birthday, Carol Pendrigh, a committee member of the Southend Branch of the RNA, described Shelley as "not just a veteran, he's a true local hero".

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Because I haven’t been there, Nim, and I’m not hero enough to ever go.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr