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
When Reconstruction ended, schoolbooks that did not portray the South’s Lost Cause as a war of valor were banned.
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Literary Hub, 30 Mar. 2026
Thirteen other Raiders later received the Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest honor for valor.
—Lorenzino Estrada, AZCentral.com, 25 Mar. 2026
That was one of the first engagements in the war's western theater, one where citizens of Iowa would serve with outsized valor.
—Bill Steiden, Des Moines Register, 24 Mar. 2026
And he was awarded multiple times for valor, including a bronze star and a Navy commendation medal.
—ABC News, 22 Mar. 2026
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Literary Hub, 30 Mar. 2026
Thirteen other Raiders later received the Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest honor for valor.
—Lorenzino Estrada, AZCentral.com, 25 Mar. 2026
That was one of the first engagements in the war's western theater, one where citizens of Iowa would serve with outsized valor.
—Bill Steiden, Des Moines Register, 24 Mar. 2026
And he was awarded multiple times for valor, including a bronze star and a Navy commendation medal.
—ABC News, 22 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for valor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for valor
Noun
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Upending age-old narrative traditions, Paul’s heroism takes a sinister turn when Herbert reveals that the Bene Gesserit, an Illuminati-like secretive order of psychic matriarchs, has long been conditioning the Fremen to expect the arrival of a messiah, or mahdi, in their native tongue.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
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An all-too-familiar contrast between heroism and destructiveness.—
Editorial Board,
Washington Post,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The courage to make those choices and keep moving forward is what has defined my journey.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
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But when a mysterious aircraft sinks into the ocean, Ally’s peaceful world is suddenly thrown into danger and is thrust into a journey real-life marine creatures as the film explores themes of friendship and courage.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
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During my visit to New York, my wife and I will again pay our respects to the victims, the families, and the bravery shown in the face of terrible loss.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The key cabin crew are flight attendants Penny (Lucy Barrett) and Zoe (Na Shi), both of whom demonstrate bravery, to different ends, and show caring attention to the terrified children.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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In 2020, Magawa received the PDSA Dickin medal for gallantry, which recognizes heroism in animals.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That mix of stubbornness and courageousness is what endeared Snider to fans and peers alike.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
15 Nov. 2025
Noun
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For King Charles, the trip will be a test of his diplomatic prowess.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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There were no lies told about this team’s postseason prowess.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Valor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valor. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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