as in courage
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
it was only with the greatest fortitude that the Pilgrims were able to survive their first winter in Plymouth
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Recent Examples of fortitude
Notre Dame's comeback victory may have never materialized had quarterback Riley Leonard not summoned the fortitude to return to the game after an injury.
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Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 10 Jan. 2025
Allowing your children more privacy develops independence, self-control, resilience, and emotional fortitude, says Dr. Strohman.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 27 Jan. 2025
Scientists who study resilience in nature say the memory of one trauma helps build fortitude against the next trauma.
—Shawn Hubler, New York Times, 20 Jan. 2025
This victory will become a symbol of the courage and fortitude of the Russian Army servicemen.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 10 Jan. 2025
Allowing your children more privacy develops independence, self-control, resilience, and emotional fortitude, says Dr. Strohman.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 27 Jan. 2025
Scientists who study resilience in nature say the memory of one trauma helps build fortitude against the next trauma.
—Shawn Hubler, New York Times, 20 Jan. 2025
This victory will become a symbol of the courage and fortitude of the Russian Army servicemen.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for fortitude
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fortitude
Noun
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The strength, courage, and discipline this takes is beyond words.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Their journey from the streets of Detroit to international fame is one of struggling, courage and a consistency that sometimes defied the odds.—
Rick Mauch,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Feb. 2025
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Less muscle means less stamina and strength and more fatigue, making treatment and recovery more difficult.30 Foods to Help Gain Weight Choosing foods high in protein and calories can help achieve weight gain.—
Brittany Poulson, MDA, RDN, CD, CDCES,
Verywell Health,
11 Feb. 2025
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Trump seems to welcome every opportunity to show off his stamina and strike a contrast with Biden, even months after defeating him.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN,
9 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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If going solo is risky, launching your own label as an unknown requires an even bigger leap of faith—along with either a willing suspension of disbelief or an amazing amount of true grit.—
Nicole Phelps,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2025
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Stylists who make it in New York City often are the human embodiment of the term grit.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
29 Jan. 2025
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“Fortitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fortitude. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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