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Mythological or legendary figures endowed with great strength or ability; Principal male character in a literary or dramatic work; Central figure in an event, period, or movement.

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  • The ability to accept victory graciously and take defeat without bitterness is what makes heroes.
  • And, of course, having a talking mouse as one of the heroes is always good in a fantasy book.
  • Riseoflord: heroes is the best thing in my life ...
  • There are faults in heroes and virtues in villains.
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