noun
Etymology
Origin of moxie
An Americanism first recorded in 1925–30; after Moxie, a trademark (name of a soft drink)
Example Sentences
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"She decided to go, because she's got moxie," says Ridings.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
But Del Toro gives the role the same irresistible moxie that earned him a supporting actor nomination for “One Battle.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
Japan had real moxie in 1985, when this population cohort slowly started to narrow.
From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025
The moxie of Royce Williams is worth elevating for several more reasons.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 22, 2025
You ain't got the moxie to handle no mobs, remember?
From The Best Made Plans by Dongen, H. R. van
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