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Mettle

Description:

Mettle refers to a person's innate or acquired ability to cope with difficult situations, face challenges, and display great courage and perseverance. It is the resilience and determination that one demonstrates in the face of adversity.

Senses:

Sense 1 - Noun:

Definition: The ability to deal with difficult situations and face challenges with courage and determination.

Example: Despite facing various setbacks, she showed her mettle by finishing the marathon.

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Usages:

Usage 1 - Noun (Popular):

Definition: Popular usage of mettle refers to a person's strength of character and proven ability to handle tough situations.

Example: The soldiers demonstrated their mettle by defending the country against overwhelming odds.

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Usage 2 - Noun (Local):

Definition: In a local context, mettle can refer to the collective character and resilience of a specific community or group.

Example: The town faced a devastating flood, but the community's mettle shone through as they came together to rebuild.

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