Example Sentences

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“Do I love my pastor? Absolutely. Do I appreciate his boldness and his courageousness? ... Absolutely,” Shaw said.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2023

“The story of Selma is a story of courageousness to rise up against unfair forces no matter how powerful they are,” Dawson said.

From Washington Post • Oct. 3, 2021

Like Fenton said, Ronan's book and the podcast and series are about the story of the story itself, speaking truth to power, the courageousness it takes.

From Salon • Jul. 12, 2021

“But I have been struck by the incredible conviction and courageousness of Luther; he took a stand on something he felt so passionate about.”

From New York Times • Oct. 28, 2016

I admire your courageousness, and am quite sure that it will help to turn many friends into a useful and intelligent direction.

From Self Mastery Through Conscious Autosuggestion by Coué, Emile