Sentence examples for resolute act from inspiring English sources

"Schnabel's 'Miral' is a resolute act of truth and reconciliation, a visual pilgrimage to Palestine, to find peace in the forgiving landscape of an unforgiving history that must one day overcome itself," says Hamid Dabashi, Professor of Iranian Studies & Comparative Literature, at Columbia University.

He was at times vacillating and unsure, as in his relations with the church of Antioch when he at first ate with the Gentiles and later refused to do so (Letter of Paul to the Galatians 2 11 14); he could also be resolute (Acts of the Apostles 4 10; 5 1 10).

They called his act "resolute".

C.A.: According to the analysis of procrastination I have developed in my work, one reason that procrastination is so common — much more common, presumably than resolute and dramatic acts of senseless self-destruction — is that it can proceed via choices that are individually negligible.

"Ultimately it is for the shareholders to determine, but it is welcome the AstraZeneca board has remained resolute and sought to act in the best long-term interests of the company and its vital work in developing new life-saving drugs.

But shadow business secretary Chuka Umunna said Britain needs a tougher public interest test for such takeovers: Ultimately it is for the shareholders to determine, but it is welcome the AstraZeneca board has remained resolute and sought to act in the best long-term interests of the company and its vital work in developing new life-saving drugs.

Willem Dafoe acted with resolute dignity as the therapist husband subjected to extreme bodily harm by his wife.

Diamond was next and tried to act cool but resolute.

Both sides believe in a tough use of state power, according to political analysts, as well as a resolute nationalism and a willingness to act against Islamic extremism in ways that may be perceived in the West as excessive.

The resolute Moyer is also a class act off the field and is known for philanthropy and community service.

In turn, he showed a resolute faith that those participating in financial markets would act responsibly.