stealing valor

steal-ing val-or \stēl-ing va-lər\

verb (2014)

1. To fraudulently pose as a member or veteran of the armed forces, law enforcement, or any other similar entity, usually in order to gain undeserved honors, awards, or recognition.

SEE ALSO: STOLEN VALOR, VALOR THIEF, VALOR THEFT

"By falsely claiming to be a veteran of the Coast Guard, and using fake veteran status to promote her website, Jane is stealing valor from veterans who truly deserve recognition."

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