as in courage
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
had the spunk to overcome a severe physical disability
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Recent Examples of spunk
Forever proud of her Irish heritage that provided her with spunk and beauty.
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Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Socorro’s social nature, her spunk and her adaptability were likely rooted in her early childhood experiences tagging along with her father to bullfights and bars.
—Erica Zora Wrightson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Jan. 2025
His spunk and verve have attracted comedian Nikki Glaser who dropped by to cheer him on.
—Bryan West, The Tennessean, 29 Aug. 2024
Recently headlining Afropunk New York 2024, the singer has yet to lose her spunk.
—Essence, 18 Oct. 2024
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Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Socorro’s social nature, her spunk and her adaptability were likely rooted in her early childhood experiences tagging along with her father to bullfights and bars.
—Erica Zora Wrightson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Jan. 2025
His spunk and verve have attracted comedian Nikki Glaser who dropped by to cheer him on.
—Bryan West, The Tennessean, 29 Aug. 2024
Recently headlining Afropunk New York 2024, the singer has yet to lose her spunk.
—Essence, 18 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for spunk
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spunk
Noun
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This is the untold origin of a revolution—where faith is tested, courage is forged, and the forces of darkness fight to extinguish the light.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
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After 20 years, the Big Bang remains a symbol of modernity and creative courage.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Expect grit, drama — and probably some snow metaphors.—
Julia Ranney,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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College admissions officers actively seek students who demonstrate grit—the ability to persevere through setbacks.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Youth in the program learn to leverage the discipline and skill development from boxing and apply it to their daily lives to combat trauma and build mental fortitude.—
Lydia T. Blanco,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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What appears to be luck is actually a demonstration of skill: strong endgame coaching, say, or general mental fortitude.—
Tyler Foggatt,
The New Yorker,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The ceremony honored eight recipients from around the world for acts of bravery, activism, perseverance and more.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Reprising the role of the cocky Naval aviator required the bravery of a real fighter pilot.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Now a captain with that San Jose Fire Department, Condren will join other firefighters Saturday in Sacramento to offer those interested in becoming firefighters a glimpse into their profession, a chance to test their stamina on an agility course and an opportunity to check out equipment.—
Cathie Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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People, not only Blacks and the downtrodden, prayed for his stamina.—
Bea L. Hines,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Taking on Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena is undoubtedly a tough challenge, one requiring visitors to have a combination of quality, gritty determination and a little luck.—
Adam Digby,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The committee considers several factors, when making its determinations, including real income, payroll employment, consumer spending, industrial production and gross domestic product.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Spunk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spunk. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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