as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
an extraordinary display of prowess on the battlefield
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But even Brazil, a rising power that prides itself on its diplomatic prowess, has struggled to bring Maduro and his cronies to the negotiating table.
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Christopher Sabatini, Foreign Affairs, 9 Oct. 2024
Barça manager Hansi Flick – who also coached Lewandowski at Bayern Munich – praised his star striker after the game and lauded his side’s attacking prowess.
—Sam Joseph, CNN, 7 Oct. 2024
The ComEd Four trial also hinted at Madigan’s prowess for collecting campaign cash, including from the utility and its employees.
—Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 6 Oct. 2024
His involvement in the National Honor Society, Governor’s Scholars Program, and Math Honor Society further highlights his academic prowess.
—Caroline Ritzie, The Enquirer, 5 Oct. 2024
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Christopher Sabatini, Foreign Affairs, 9 Oct. 2024
Barça manager Hansi Flick – who also coached Lewandowski at Bayern Munich – praised his star striker after the game and lauded his side’s attacking prowess.
—Sam Joseph, CNN, 7 Oct. 2024
The ComEd Four trial also hinted at Madigan’s prowess for collecting campaign cash, including from the utility and its employees.
—Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 6 Oct. 2024
His involvement in the National Honor Society, Governor’s Scholars Program, and Math Honor Society further highlights his academic prowess.
—Caroline Ritzie, The Enquirer, 5 Oct. 2024
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“Prowess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prowess. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.
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