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as in skills
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
it was old-fashioned military moxie that got medical supplies to the disaster site in record time
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as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
a fearless journalist who denounced McCarthyism when few had the moxie to do so
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as in vigor
active strength of body or mind
say, you're full of moxie this morning!
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Recent Examples of moxie
Although this kid seems to have some scoring moxie, Eiserman's goal scoring resume' was quite a bit bigger.
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Scott Powers, The Athletic, 21 July 2024
That play confirmed to Campbell and his staff that Purdy packed the moxie to succeed at the college level.
—David Lombardi, The Athletic, 15 Aug. 2024
No one with the moxie to get from the Baltimore Beltway to Hollywood Hills, where Kramer lives with his husband, the academic and civic leader Peter Cipkowski, lacks the confidence that is a major part of magnetism.
—Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2024
All of it was evidence that the quarterback has the requisite moxie to meet game-defining moments in the fourth quarter.
—Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 31 Oct. 2024
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Scott Powers, The Athletic, 21 July 2024
That play confirmed to Campbell and his staff that Purdy packed the moxie to succeed at the college level.
—David Lombardi, The Athletic, 15 Aug. 2024
No one with the moxie to get from the Baltimore Beltway to Hollywood Hills, where Kramer lives with his husband, the academic and civic leader Peter Cipkowski, lacks the confidence that is a major part of magnetism.
—Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2024
All of it was evidence that the quarterback has the requisite moxie to meet game-defining moments in the fourth quarter.
—Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 31 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moxie
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Rather, let your achievements and skills be the standout feature of your resume, not the design.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Employers want to see proof of your skills, not just hear about them.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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The strength, courage, and discipline this takes is beyond words.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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This final chapter of June’s journey highlights the importance of hope, courage, solidarity, and resilience in the pursuit of justice and freedom.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
12 Feb. 2025
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The last act, informed by the six other acts, empowers all leaders to not only act with vigor but also with greater wisdom.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
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But there were no special guests — just Paul, all boyish energy and vigor at 82, with the magnificent four-man band he’s fronted for the past three decades, ripping through nearly two hours of one classic after another.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
12 Feb. 2025
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Each of the supporting companies brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, ensuring that ame pippin will have the resources and support needed to succeed.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2025
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Why Carroll County? Carroll County was chosen because of the success and expertise of Access Carroll, recently celebrating its 20th anniversary of serving vulnerable populations with compassion and dignity.—
Leslie Simmons,
Baltimore Sun,
18 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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This solid base provided by the energy of Ollie Rathbone and George Dobson helped the defence put in one of their more polished collective displays, certainly since Cambridge United’s surprise 2-2 draw at the SToK Cae Ras on December 14 heralded a notable drop-off in form.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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The energy then gets re-emitted at longer, lower-energy wavelengths—greens, yellows, oranges, and reds.—
Elizabeth Rayne,
Ars Technica,
23 Feb. 2025
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The 2008 financial crisis prompted Wasmuth to pivot, gaining experience in business consulting and national logistics before founding Priam.—
William Mullane,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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There is love of place, love of the future one envisions, love of the experiences that a person has had.—
Colin Fleming,
New York Daily News,
14 Feb. 2025
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An epic poem from Homer, the original literary classic explored themes of heroism, loyalty, cunning and the struggle against divine will, featuring stories like Odysseus’ encounters with the Cyclops Polyphemus, the Sirens and the witch-goddess Circe, culminating in a reunion with his wife Penelope.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2025
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But compared with its predecessor, this Nosferatu makes room for nearly all its female characters to get moments of centrality, humanity, and heroism.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Moxie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moxie. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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