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inner strength

idiom
Meaning

Integrity of character; resoluteness of will; mental resistance to doubt or discouragement.


Examples
SIMPLE

You need inner strength to face difficult challenges.

CONTEXTUAL

She relied on her inner strength to stay calm when the project faced unexpected problems.

COMPLEX

Despite the mounting pressure of the crisis, he drew upon a deep reservoir of inner strength to lead his team toward a solution.

Anchors to
Related idioms4entries
  1. 01

    go from strength to strength

    To continue to get stronger, more and more successful.

  2. 02

    inner circle

    The group comprising one's closest friends or associates.

  3. 03

    inner ear

    The mind's ear.

  4. 04

    save one's strength

    To avoid waste one's energy or efforts.

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