fighting spirit

idiom

One's willpower or ability to continue partaking in difficult activities or to continue fighting against insurmountable odds.

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01
Dunkirk spirit
The spirit of the British public pulling together to overcome times of adversity.
02
fighting chance
A chance that is dependent on success in a struggle, with the implication that such success is not unattainable.
03
kindred spirit
Someone with the same feelings or attitudes as oneself.

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