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In 1877, the poet Helen Hunt Jackson argued that winter is where fortitude gathers.—
Rafaela Jinich, The Atlantic, 1 Jan. 2026
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And consider her father’s mental fortitude to play in a 1979 European Cup semi-final against German champions Cologne — and score with a diving header — three days after learning his brother, Hughie, and sister-in-law, Isobel, had been killed in a car crash just outside Glasgow.—
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From favorites like collard greens and sweet potato casserole to updates on classics like potato salad and grits, these side dishes are like scooping up a bite of nostalgia.—
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But Ben’s defiance, instincts and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite — and a threat to the entire system.—
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Wall Street observers admire Paramount Skydance’s new gumption, but also recognize some of its assets face strong, ongoing challenges.—
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Here's a reason Don G is so perversely attractive to watch in this opera: The other important male characters suffer from low emotional intelligence or a lack of gumption.—
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Each design also has its own energy and spunk!—
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Last time out, the 49ers eventually showed spunk pursuing the Cleveland Browns’ Shedeur Sanders, producing three sacks in a 26-8 win Nov. 30.—
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Experienced mountaineers can test their mettle and summit Mount Washington—one of the tallest mountains in the east with an elevation of 6,288 feet—with Northeast Mountaineering (from $375).—
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The thing these endeavors share is a healthy balance between testing your mountain mettle and having a goofy good time.—
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The gathering is not passive remembrance, but a collective act of courage.—
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Against a backdrop of a world divided, these teens rise with fire, wit, and unshakable humanity – delivering a masterclass in courage, conviction, and the kind of hope that refuses to be silenced.—
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Caris LeVert LeVert blossomed into one of the Nets’ most dynamic young players, someone who could shift a game with his creativity and fearlessness.—
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Among them was the plane’s owner, Greg Biffle, a NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee whose life as a humanitarian off the track measured up to his fearlessness on it.—
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In the aftermath, stories of heroism and horror have been shared by survivors and the families of those who died.—
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The museum also emphasizes education, aiming to connect younger generations with the Medal's core values through exhibits and programming that encourage reflection on service, character, and heroism.—
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“Pluckiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pluckiness. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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