mettlesome

"pour water from a jug"

"Despite feeling nervous, Sarah showed great bravery when she stood up in class to answer a difficult question. "

"They brought their books with them."

"The teacher marked the student's paper with a red pen. "

"Do you want me to continue to unload these?"

"The young athlete showed great mettle during the marathon, enduring the pain and fatigue. "

"It took a lot of effort to find a decent-sized, fully-furnished apartment within walking distance of the office.   He made a conscious effort to not appear affected by the stories in the paper."

"the most courageous person I have ever met"

"The rescue of the kitten from the tree was a heartwarming moment for the whole family. "

"The firefighters rescued a cat from the burning building. "

"Railway crossings without gates are highly dangerous."

"Despite her parents' disapproval, Sarah pursued her dream of becoming a musician. "