plucky

"Despite the constant interruptions from his noisy siblings, David persevered with his homework until it was finally finished. "

"I have a house and a car."

"It takes a lot of courage to be successful in business."

""Because of unforeseen circumstances, the school trip was cancelled." "

"All he had to show for four years of attendance at college was a framed piece of paper."

"He is a student of life."

"The young artist's spirit was full of creative energy, driving her to pursue her passion in art school. "

""Many students have problems understanding fractions." "

"I tried to rollerblade, but I couldn’t."

"Those tiny birds are hardly worth the tedious pluck."

"The complicated instructions on the new software difficult me from completing the project on time. "

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