How to use "cowardice" in sentences with meaning in English and Hindi

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Example sentences for "cowardice" in popular movie and book plots

  • Instead of killing his rival, Westley decides to leave him alive for a long, miserable life with his obvious cowardice as his only companion.  - The Princess Bride
  • This greatly troubles Bhola as he considers this cowardice on dr Rao's part.  - Manthan
  • Hubbs jocularly chides Joe for his apparent cowardice in moving on Lanie and Jill, and dismisses Jill as a viable partner.  - The Stoned Age
  • "And what are you supposed to be," Roberts asks him when he is accused of cowardice in battle, "a brave man in a permanent base job.  - The Hill (film)
  • When Marlon's cowardice stops him from being present at Joey's murder, Harlan shoots Joey, only wounding him behind the ear.  - I Love You to Death
  • However, a few days later, Nath is embarrassed at his cowardice and goes through the woods again after dark.  - The Red House (film)
  • He accuses her of lying and cowardice as they separate.  - The Touch (1971 film)
  • Another boy sings a famous song by Archilochus celebrating an act of cowardice and this does not impress Trygaeus either.  - Peace (play)
  • When Clio learns that Bart is paying Clint to do his dirty work, she hysterically accuses him of cowardice and sends him away.  - Saratoga Trunk
  • He feels incredibly guilty but knows his cowardice would destroy any hopes for Baba's affections, so he keeps quiet about the incident.  - The Kite Runner
  • Captain Pavel Young, Honor's bitterest enemy, is about to face a court-martial for cowardice before the enemy, punishable by death.  - Field of Dishonor
  • Don Luis and don Gonzalo mock him for his perceived cowardice and continue to demand his life.  - Don Juan Tenorio
  • In the first incarnation, which appears to be a caveman, a man's family is taken from him by raiders due to his cowardice and hesitation.  - Being Human (1994 film)
  • Trumper opts for the Water Method, suggesting both his generally comical cowardice and lack of self-discipline.  - The Water-Method Man
  • Before the school's homecoming football game, Sam confronts Austin about his cowardice and not defending her at the pep rally.  - A Cinderella Story
  • The Lion is embarrassed by his cowardice in the battle, but is comforted by Dorothy's kind words ("Be a Lion").  - The Wiz

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