courageous
adjective
possessing or characterized by courage; brave.
courageously
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a word derived from
courageous.
Example Sentences
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"I think of you, dear families, who, despite the many difficulties you face each day, persevere courageously in your vocation and mission," Pope Leo said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026
“He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after courageously beating cancer as only Bobby could,” the artist’s family wrote in a statement shared by a representative.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 11, 2026
“He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after courageously beating cancer as only Bobby could. Unfortunately, he succumbed to underlying lung issues.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 10, 2026
"I encourage the parties involved to courageously continue on the path towards a just and lasting peace that respects the legitimate aspirations of the Israeli and Palestinian peoples", he said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2025
We loved our country as much as they; we went courageously into every action; but also we distinguished the false from true, we had suddenly learned to see.
From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque
