as in heroism
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
the absence of indecision even in the face of death is the true mark of valor
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Recent Examples of valor
He was awarded two Bronze Stars, including one with a valor device for courage under fire, a combat infantry badge and an Army Commendation Medal with valor.
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The Gazette, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Jan. 2025
He also was awarded an Army Commendation Medal with valor.
—Anne Flaherty, ABC News, 11 Jan. 2025
During the Korean War, Private First Class Wataru Nakamura demonstrated extraordinary valor, dismantling an enemy machine gun nest and reclaiming several bunkers.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Biden will award Medals of Honor decades after the soldiers' acts of valor and self-sacrifice in Korea and Vietnam.
Medals of Honor, the nation’s highest award for battlefield heroism, require extensive documentation and often years of advocacy by family members, comrades and members of Congress.
—Tom Vanden Brook, USA TODAY, 3 Jan. 2025
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The Gazette, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Jan. 2025
He also was awarded an Army Commendation Medal with valor.
—Anne Flaherty, ABC News, 11 Jan. 2025
During the Korean War, Private First Class Wataru Nakamura demonstrated extraordinary valor, dismantling an enemy machine gun nest and reclaiming several bunkers.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Biden will award Medals of Honor decades after the soldiers' acts of valor and self-sacrifice in Korea and Vietnam.
Medals of Honor, the nation’s highest award for battlefield heroism, require extensive documentation and often years of advocacy by family members, comrades and members of Congress.
—Tom Vanden Brook, USA TODAY, 3 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for valor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for valor
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That was Daniels’ fifth game-winning drive of his rookie season, including his Hail Mary heroism to beat the Bears on the final play in Week 8.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025
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Robocop watch on max *San Andreas Year: 2015 Runtime: 1h 55m Director: Brad Peyton Some action movies are about heroism; some are about spectacle.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
3 Jan. 2025
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The strength, courage, and discipline this takes is beyond words.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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The people of their small town of Walnut Grove looked up to him for his courage to do what was right and champion honesty, fairness, and hard work for all.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
12 Feb. 2025
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This year’s ceremony was dedicated to those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires and the true superheroes – the firefighters and emergency responders whose bravery, dedication and sacrifice helped protect lives and property.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2025
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His support, loyalty, bravery, and wisdom inspire me to always be my best.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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He was deployed to Italy, where his conspicuous gallantry in combat earned him the Military Cross.—
Lawrence D. Freedman,
Foreign Affairs,
1 Jan. 2020
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Crank up the gallantry, crank up the generosity: Send a spark of love and novelty into the black cloud.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
21 Jan. 2025
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As for Rodriguez, many sports fans know him due to his prowess on the baseball field.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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His academic achievements were complemented by his athletic prowess, competing in football and track and field, throwing the javelin.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Valor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valor. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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