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as in distinction
a quality that gives something special worth
the virtue of wool as a clothing material is that it can provide insulation from the cold even when wet
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as in morality
conduct that conforms to an accepted standard of right and wrong
a lady of honor and virtue
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as in heroism
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
a military hero whose virtue inspired a nation
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Recent Examples of virtue
Leaders call ordinary people to action, to virtue, to service, to roll up their sleeves and build something good.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Homer tries to do some good in the world by opening a Stonecutters Daycare Center, among other life-affirming activities, but his brothers quickly grow tired of their leader’s newfound virtue, and everyone leaves to form the No Homers’ Club.
—Jesse David Fox, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
Autonomy—the fantasy of being absolute and complete, of making choices in her own right, on her own time—is, for Eve, the ideal condition to test her virtue.
—Merve Emre, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
The loss puts Detroit (12-2) and the Philadelphia Eagles tied atop the NFC standings, although the Lions hold the upper hand by virtue of their better conference record.
—Colton Pouncy, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Homer tries to do some good in the world by opening a Stonecutters Daycare Center, among other life-affirming activities, but his brothers quickly grow tired of their leader’s newfound virtue, and everyone leaves to form the No Homers’ Club.
—Jesse David Fox, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
Autonomy—the fantasy of being absolute and complete, of making choices in her own right, on her own time—is, for Eve, the ideal condition to test her virtue.
—Merve Emre, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
The loss puts Detroit (12-2) and the Philadelphia Eagles tied atop the NFC standings, although the Lions hold the upper hand by virtue of their better conference record.
—Colton Pouncy, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for virtue
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For tech leaders, strategic partnerships with sports events and organizations present a moment of distinction to not only deepen their connections with audiences but also showcase their products at work.Josh Bruni, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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How people answered that question tended to reflect a lot about their larger beliefs – about the benefits of democracy, the importance of family, the distinctions between the U.S and Cuba, and immigration writ large.Code Switch, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
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The rest of Damian McCarthy’s folky horror film is a Tales From the Crypt–style morality tale as Dani’s psychic twin sister (also Bracken, natch) tries to find justice with help from the aforementioned life-size doll.Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024
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After the death of Mahsa Amini, a Kurdish woman arrested by Iran's morality police for violating hijab rules in 2022, nationwide and global protests ensued, unsuccessfully pushing the government to make changes regarding women's rights in Iran.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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The Carnegie Medal is the highest honor for civilian heroism and recipients or their survivors will receive a financial grant for being recognized, according to the Carnegie Hero Fund.Danielle Jennings, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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The Chinese geophysicist, marine technologist, robot designer, and filmmaker challenged himself to locate the sunken vessel and resurface the tale of villainy and heroism behind it.Matthew Carey, Deadline, 13 Dec. 2024
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Discover the advantages of growing vegetables in your own backyard.Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
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Domino's competitive advantage is driven by the company's large scale and strong brand.GuruFocus, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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To preserve this unique part of the Mini’s story, Tolman replaced the can with a stronger version to ensure mechanical integrity.Trinity Francis, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Some fabrics, like stretchy elastane and nylon, can retain bacteria and sweat—and, thus, need to be laundered more frequently to prevent odors and preserve the integrity of the material.Emily Chan, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2024
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The novel is action-packed, and filled with insights into leadership and courage.Staff, The Christian Science Monitor, 18 Dec. 2024
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Harry Potter leads not through brute force, but with courage, loyalty, and the strength of his friendships—inspiring others to stand together.Nirit Cohen, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Based on the appraisal, D.C. would agree to make improvements worth an equivalent value to National Park Service land in the District.Meagan Flynn, Baltimore Sun, 26 Dec. 2024
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Conflict arises when these differing values impact productivity.Mark Travers, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Forthright conversations around global conflict, government policy and business practice are all hallmarks of Hanna’s leadership in this space, but that honesty extends to DEI as a practice area too.Lauren Coulman, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Our guide gives you the best strategies to handle lying and deception at every stage and smart ways to teach your child the value of honesty.Sarah Vanbuskirk, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Virtue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/virtue. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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