as in courage
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
had the spunk to overcome a severe physical disability
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After the Tokyo Olympics, both Lee and Chiles competed in college gymnastics, where the sport's hallmark intensity is often colored by team spirit, spunk and a unifying exuberance.
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Kaetlyn Liddy, NBC News, 2 Aug. 2024
The idea of the hot girl — who exudes confidence and spunk no matter the struggles in life — took off.
—Binghui Huang, The Indianapolis Star, 18 July 2024
Kalia Davis’ spunk is a positive sign after injuries delayed his NFL entry.
—Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 25 May 2024
On Easter, Yarl was full of spunk, hiding eggs in his aunt’s backyard for his younger cousins.
—Deon J. Hampton, NBC News, 11 Apr. 2024
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Kaetlyn Liddy, NBC News, 2 Aug. 2024
The idea of the hot girl — who exudes confidence and spunk no matter the struggles in life — took off.
—Binghui Huang, The Indianapolis Star, 18 July 2024
Kalia Davis’ spunk is a positive sign after injuries delayed his NFL entry.
—Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 25 May 2024
On Easter, Yarl was full of spunk, hiding eggs in his aunt’s backyard for his younger cousins.
—Deon J. Hampton, NBC News, 11 Apr. 2024
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The real measure of success lies in resilience, innovation and the courage to lead through complexity.Angelica Kopec, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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But unfortunately, it was not accompanied by the same widespread moral courage.Chelsea Bailey, CNN, 2 Nov. 2024
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Directed by Thomas Napper (who is known for capturing characters with grit and authenticity in movies like Jawbone), the movie stars Tom Sturridge as her late husband, as well as Sam Riley and Anson Boon.Travis Bean, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Distressing and embroidery, custom monograms and secret artwork bring some signature grit to these classic pieces.Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 31 Oct. 2024
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With all of the slick runway shows, big-name designers and highly polished boutiques, fashion can appear to be all glamour, but working in the industry takes fortitude — and time.Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 16 Oct. 2024
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Who else but someone with such reserves of fortitude, with such a sense of self, with such an ability to laugh but also believe, would be able to withstand such indignity, such mental torture?Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 21 Oct. 2024
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So Charles, 64, set out to write a new book, Cherish America: Stories of Courage, Character, and Kindness, that celebrates this idea of bravery and grace under fire even amid a time of division and debate in the nation.Johnny Dodd, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024
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However, bravery and selflessness alone, no matter how honorable, are insufficient to discharge the Secret Service's no-fail protective mission.Luke Barr, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2024
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The extended conversation caused Trump to arrive hours late to his campaign rally in Traverse City, Michigan, though his supporters praised his stamina and work ethic for making the journey between campaign stops.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Opening new booster packs requires stamina, and waiting one day builds up enough stamina for one pack.PCMAG, PCMAG, 1 Nov. 2024
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The State Board for Educator Certification will make a final determination on possible sanctions.Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 30 Oct. 2024
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Now, her determination to help TJ extends beyond the physical.Jen Christensen, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Spunk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spunk. Accessed 10 Nov. 2024.
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