gallant

Example Sentences

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"I am profoundly grieved at the loss of this dedicated and gallant fireman," Andy Yeung, director of the fire service said in a statement.

From BBC

Before the Games began, he earned a place in Australian sporting history with a gallant show of sportsmanship.

From Washington Post

He made a gallant charge in the final segment but couldn’t overcome Larson’s big lead and crossed the finish line 2.45 seconds behind.

From Seattle Times

But Lost Cause mythology rewrote the rebellion as a conflict over states’ rights, portrayed Confederates as gallant heroes fighting impossible odds, romanticized plantation life and sanitized slavery.

From Washington Post

Besides depicting a more gallant hero, the film includes beautifully painted backdrops from nature and impressive architecture.

From Los Angeles Times