valour
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Origin of valour
C15: from Late Latin valor, from valēre to be strong
Example Sentences
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"They gave a fitting response to those who dared to attack innocent Indians at Pahalgam. The entire nation salutes our forces for their valour," he said in a statement.
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
His commander, who received Ukraine's highest award for valour, was killed.
From BBC • Feb. 23, 2023
Accamma Cherian, a freedom fighter from the southern Indian state of Kerala, is best known for the valour she displayed during a mass protest rally she led in 1938.
From BBC • Aug. 17, 2022
She rose through the ranks and won commendations for valour.
From Reuters • Nov. 26, 2021
The horse is renowned for his strength and valour, and sires acrobatic colts.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson
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