valor

Example Sentences

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As a marine, Mueller earned a Bronze Star for valor and a Purple Heart for wounds received in combat.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

It is militarily, politically and even intellectually enlightening, but is more deliberately about selflessness and valor, not an inappropriate offering for Veterans Day.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025

Allí, un grupo de ganadores representados por el residente local Theodorus Struyck compró el boleto afortunado por valor de 1765 millones de dólares.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2025

But this week, he was accused of "stolen valor" for allegedly saying he carried a weapon of war in war — which he did not.

From Salon • Aug. 12, 2024

Her words sank into him like a barb and dragged him toward valor.

From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks