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
Its wildlife officers risk their lives daily to protect the natural wonders of Florida and do it with bravery and valor.
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Joe Murphy,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2026
The heroism of Shaw, a white man, and his Black comrades lay not just in their martial valor but in their willingness to work together, at great risk, to test whether the ancient American ideal of unity amid diversity could survive their riven nation.
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Trygve Throntveit,
Time,
27 May 2026
The monument, which was built on the park's Crystal Point in 1926, commemorates the Battle of Lake Erie in 1813 and the valor of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry's men.
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Victoria E. Freile,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
The quality that drew Kurosawa to Yonezawa’s novel in the first place is not valor or cunning but something considerably less heroic.
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Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
19 May 2026
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Joe Murphy,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2026
The heroism of Shaw, a white man, and his Black comrades lay not just in their martial valor but in their willingness to work together, at great risk, to test whether the ancient American ideal of unity amid diversity could survive their riven nation.
—
Trygve Throntveit,
Time,
27 May 2026
The monument, which was built on the park's Crystal Point in 1926, commemorates the Battle of Lake Erie in 1813 and the valor of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry's men.
—
Victoria E. Freile,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
The quality that drew Kurosawa to Yonezawa’s novel in the first place is not valor or cunning but something considerably less heroic.
—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
19 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for valor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for valor
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Kara is addicted to drowning her sorrows and avoiding responsibility, but learns to embrace heroism after embarking on a quest for revenge alongside Ruthye (Eve Ridley).
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The medal is North America's highest honor for civilian heroism.
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Their courage quickly wavers in the face of the location’s eerie atmosphere and the deafening sound of cicadas.
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That courage is greater than talent, and people remember who had it.
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The revolutionary leaders proved their character with sacrifice and bravery.
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Without their bravery and will to stand up to England, the most powerful military force in history up to that time, and fight for their right to be free, our United States of America would be a much different place.
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During the reception, Princess Kate shared an emotional moment with Tony Gledhill, a former Metropolitan Police officer who received the George Cross for gallantry in 1966.
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In 2020, Magawa received the PDSA Dickin medal for gallantry, which recognizes heroism in animals.
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That mix of stubbornness and courageousness is what endeared Snider to fans and peers alike.
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Born Joseph Frank Keaton, the actor was a star of vaudeville and early film, known for his prowess at physical comedy and stunt work.
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SpaceX, his rocket company, has made genuine progress in aerospace, and their rocket-launching prowess has allowed Musk to create Starlink, the satellite company.
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“Valor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valor. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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