Definition of «mettle»

Mettle refers to a person's character or inner strength, particularly in the face of adversity. It is an innate quality that allows someone to persevere through difficult situations and emerge stronger as a result. The term can also be used figuratively to describe one's ability to endure hardship or withstand pressure.

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She was determined to prove her mettle and enrolled in a marathon to challenge herself physically and mentally.
Despite facing numerous obstacles, the basketball team showcased their mettle by continuing to fight until the very end.
The soldiers' mettle was tested in the intense training exercises, pushing them to their limits and preparing them for combat.
The lawyer's mettle was evident during the high-pressure trial when she confidently presented her arguments and cross-examined the witnesses.
The entrepreneur's mettle shone through as she persevered through failures and setbacks, ultimately leading her business to success.

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This weekend's tour of Wilmington to bring over 1,000 bikes to test mettle on mountain roads and byways more (suncommunitynews.com)
Being a caretaker involves a lot of mettle in a candidate since the amount of responsibility is diverse and extreme. (coverlettersandresume.com)
His ability to do so shows mettle of an unusual kind; he looks back in order to move ahead. (brooklynrail.org)
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