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Definition
Martyr; a person who sacrificed their life for a noble ideal or great cause.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to individuals who have died for a political, religious, or social cause. It carries a heavy, solemn tone and is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing history or formal commemorations.
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They are martyrs who sacrificed themselves for their ideals.
The deeds of this martyr are truly worthy of our respect.
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Common phrases
revolutionary martyr
posthumously honor as a martyr
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Grammar guides
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