act heroically

Frequency: 4.00.8 per million words

to behave in a brave and admirable way

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  • During the crisis, the firefighters acted heroically to save lives.
  • The small group of soldiers acted heroically against overwhelming odds.
  • She didn't hesitate to act heroically when she saw the child in danger.
  • History remembers those who act heroically in times of great need.
  • Despite the fear, he managed to act heroically and rescue the trapped civilians.
  • The ordinary citizens acted heroically, forming a human chain to pass supplies.
  • It takes immense courage to act heroically without thought for one's own safety.
  • We must recognize those who act heroically every day, even in small ways.
  • They were trained to act heroically in emergency situations.
  • The legend tells of a knight who acted heroically to protect his kingdom.