as in heroism
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
commended the rescuers for their gallantry
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Recent Examples of gallantry
There is a back story to Crazy Horse's battlefield gallantry.
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Chip Bell, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Bob earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action when Japanese kamikaze bombers struck his ship, USS Franklin.
—Karen Scanlon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2024
For the next 40 years, not one of the seven Medal of Honor candidates cited for their gallantry in Cambodia or Laos received it.
—Barry Barnett, Hartford Courant, 26 May 2024
Superheroes have long been depicted wearing capes, which symbolize gallantry and underscore the fanciful nature of the superhero genre.
—Greg Hanlon, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
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Chip Bell, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Bob earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action when Japanese kamikaze bombers struck his ship, USS Franklin.
—Karen Scanlon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2024
For the next 40 years, not one of the seven Medal of Honor candidates cited for their gallantry in Cambodia or Laos received it.
—Barry Barnett, Hartford Courant, 26 May 2024
Superheroes have long been depicted wearing capes, which symbolize gallantry and underscore the fanciful nature of the superhero genre.
—Greg Hanlon, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gallantry
Noun
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But in a world of self-help, this is true inspiration, deeply admirable without the distance of heroism, bracing without stridency and, ultimately, generous.—
Sadie Stein,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Deep in the heart of Southeast Asia’s tropical rainforests, a marvel of nature unfolds daily — a story of explosive heroism that redefines sacrifice.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
Noun
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After 20 years, the Big Bang remains a symbol of modernity and creative courage.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2025
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This is the untold origin of a revolution—where faith is tested, courage is forged, and the forces of darkness fight to extinguish the light.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
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The ceremony honored eight recipients from around the world for acts of bravery, activism, perseverance and more.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Reprising the role of the cocky Naval aviator required the bravery of a real fighter pilot.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2025
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The skit cunningly notes that a lot of what has been said about Smith wouldn’t be said to his face and taps nearly four decades of comedy prowess.—
Mankaprr Conteh,
Rolling Stone,
31 Mar. 2025
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Ascendant and Mars lead to passion Typically, this denotes a sensual attraction that bonds people together with their prowess.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Gallantry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gallantry. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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