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
For the next 40 years, not one of the seven Medal of Honor candidates cited for their gallantry in Cambodia or Laos received it.
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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
These anecdotes revealed Daniel as someone who respected his elders and displayed gallantry — values Betker strived to impart to his son.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 28 Jan. 2024
In 1989 he was awarded a Silver Star for gallantry.
—Trip Gabriel, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2023
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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
These anecdotes revealed Daniel as someone who respected his elders and displayed gallantry — values Betker strived to impart to his son.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 28 Jan. 2024
In 1989 he was awarded a Silver Star for gallantry.
—Trip Gabriel, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2023
See all Example Sentences for gallantry
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gallantry
Noun
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That was Daniels’ fifth game-winning drive of his rookie season, including his Hail Mary heroism to beat the Bears on the final play in Week 8.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025
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Robocop watch on max *San Andreas Year: 2015 Runtime: 1h 55m Director: Brad Peyton Some action movies are about heroism; some are about spectacle.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
3 Jan. 2025
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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The people of their small town of Walnut Grove looked up to him for his courage to do what was right and champion honesty, fairness, and hard work for all.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
12 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
Noun
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As for Rodriguez, many sports fans know him due to his prowess on the baseball field.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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For all her prowess, Yeoh hasn’t been able to make the character Philippa Georgiou work.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Gallantry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gallantry. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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