The skydiver made a daring leap from the plane at 15,000 feet.
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valor -
Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle
As Goliath sped towards him, David felt no fear and relied on his valor to win the battle.
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plucky -
Having or showing determined courage in the face of difficulties
Mary's plucky personality made her determined to compete in the race despite being confined to a wheelchair.
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adventurous -
Willing to take risks or try out new and exciting experiences.
The kids had an adventurous afternoon exploring the forest.
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warrior -
A person with courage and the inclination to fight and win
When Arnold became head of Sales, he used the warrior inside himself to win every sale, large or small.
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maverick -
An unorthodox or independent-minded person
Frank Sinatra was such a maverick in his field that his best-known song is, appropriately, "My Way."
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savior -
Someone who comes to the aid of others, improving their circumstances or offering a solution to a problem.
The firefighter was hailed as a savior after rescuing the family trapped in the burning building.
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gallant -
Brave, heroic.
In 1826, the defenders of the Alamo made a gallant but unsuccessful attempt to fight off the Mexican troops.
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quest -
A noble or heroic endeavor, often involving self-discovery, personal growth, or exploration.
The knight embarked on a quest to find the lost treasure, facing many dangers along the way.
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gumption -
Having spirited initiative and resourcefulness
Jill had enough gumption inside her to raise her hand to object about what the speaker was saying, because she thought what was being said was totally stupid.
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mettle -
Strength of character — showing resilience and spirit.
The soldiers showed their mettle during the toughest part of the battle.
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adventurous -
Willing to take risks to try new and difficult methods, ideas, or experiences.
He loved learning new techniques of programming, and he had an adventurous attitude and approach to computers.
