guts 1 of 2

plural of gut
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as in inside(s)
the internal organs of the body the student dissected the frog and looked at its guts with a mixture of fascination and disgust

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guts

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verb

present tense third-person singular of gut
as in cleans
to take the internal organs out of you'll need to gut the fish and wash it out before you can cook it

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Noun
  • There comes a moment for every leader when the clearest sign of strength is found not in agreement, compromise, or accommodation but in the clarity and courage to firmly say no.
    Dan Pontefract, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
  • Adding to the timeliness of this welter of Weill is the composer’s reputation for political courage.
    Alex Ross, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Expect grit, drama — and probably some snow metaphors.
    Julia Ranney, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
  • College admissions officers actively seek students who demonstrate grit—the ability to persevere through setbacks.
    Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Ancient Rome is cool because of gladiators, Julius Caesar — and yes, the underlying lore of strength, bravery and epic feats of masculinity.
    Donie O'Sullivan, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2025
  • In many of Kim Won Suk’s dramas, there’s an inspiring character—one whose acts of kindness, compassion, bravery and loyalty motivates viewers to do the right thing in their own lives.
    Joan MacDonald, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • That takes some fortitude, when world trade is on the verge of collapse, consumers are frightened and businesses can’t plan anything.
    William Baldwin, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
  • This time, logistics and luck were in my favor, and the fortitude came in handy during a dizzying three-hour ride to Himachal Pradesh, flying through hairpin turns on steep roads, as a thick mist churned over the mountains.
    Sarah Khan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The goal of the project is to position women as central figures, as many ancient texts and paintings traditionally depict male heroism, while women are often relegated to mere decoration and reproductive roles.
    Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
  • In recognition of his heroism, Jessen was awarded France’s highest distinction, the Legion of Honor, by Consul General Frédéric Jung on September 18, 2023, ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
    Harry Harris, Mercury News, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Like things could change for the better if only a few teenagers with the right balance of spunk and smarts showed up.
    Lizz Schumer, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Think of Usher’s costume-leaning spunk, Erykah Badu’s eccentricity, Teyana Taylor’s punk sensibility, Lauryn Hill’s just-go-for-it attitude, and Gunna who is experimental at times.
    Julian Randall, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • In both world wars, the key to victory was not so much military prowess as unbeatable stamina.
    Lawrence D. Freedman, Foreign Affairs, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Speed and stamina are core aspects of their role, and for most, these take a nosedive around these ages.
    James Pearce, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The exfoliating ingredient—popular in skincare for clearing up breakouts—removes buildup from the scalp.
    Jenny Berg, Allure, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Related Articles Obviously, the best way to avoid hangovers is to not drink at all, but if a celebratory sip is unavoidable this season, Myers recommends staying hydrated with water and electrolytes, getting extra sleep and taking charcoal, which binds to and removes toxins from the body.
    Emily Burns, WWD, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Guts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guts. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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