Sentence examples for * firmness in from inspiring English sources

"But when you have a firmness in the right, you proceed".

It was a mixture of defiance and moderation, a call for peace and for firmness in a time of violence.

Ryan accused Obama of a "lack of moral clarity" and firmness in his foreign policy in confronting evil.

On what we thought was his fourth-quarter game-winning drive, Gabbert showed poise and firmness in the pocket.

Though energy prices accounted for much of the increase, the Bank of Canada said there was also "an underlying firmness in the price-setting environment".

At the same time, "continued firmness in the dollar, and "more sluggish performance in many foreign economies" was hurting export prospects.

Speaking in Paris at the weekend, Mr Chirac said France would show "rock-hard firmness" in defending its interests in World Trade Organisation negotiations.

"There is a feeling among the public that there has to be a clear sense of direction and even firmness in handling problems of security".

"It goes without saying that his integrity, wisdom and firmness in speaking up for those least empowered to speak for themselves, will all be sorely missed.

"But we're seeing a real firmness in the marketplace for retailers that used the last couple of years to get their house in order".

In October 1948 Gen. Manuel Odría seized power, protesting the president's lack of firmness in dealing with the radicals, and extreme measures were taken to suppress the Apristas.