Meanings
The phrase came into use following the evacuation of allied troops across the English Channel by flotillas of pleasure boats, working barges and other civilian craft at the Battle of Dunkirk in 1940.
How to pronounce "Dunkirk spirit":
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The spirit of the British public pulling together to overcome times of adversity.
Example Sentences
1
During the pandemic, the community showed the Dunkirk spirit by coming together to support each other.
2
Even in the face of adversity, the team maintained the Dunkirk spirit and never gave up.
3
The town exhibited the Dunkirk spirit by rebuilding after the devastating hurricane.
4
The soldiers demonstrated the Dunkirk spirit by banding together to rescue their comrades.
5
Despite the setbacks, the athletes displayed the Dunkirk spirit and fought until the end.
