hero

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“In popular culture, the hero story is an easy sell, and people like to explain the world that way,” says Sebastian Fixson, professor of innovation and design at Babson College.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

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

“Look, a young Rostam walks among us,” said Samir, meaning the hero of legend and not his old donkey.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri