Word for acknowledging and denying fear?

Is there a word for acknowledging and denying fear? Like, knowing that there is risk involved but still taking action.

There is a story in the Bible called "The Twelve Spies." Synopsis: 12 spies go to look at Canaan and find that it runs with milk and honey but it is filled with leery giants and walled cities. 10 of the spies think it is not a good idea to go there. 2 of the spies say that it is dangerous but they acknowledge the risk, deny the fear of it, and wish to populate Canaan.

I guess another way to put it is, "Acknowledging fear and allowing it not to take hold."

The best I can think of is "stoic", but that does not apply to fear specifically.

Solution 1:

This verb captures what are you seeking nicely_

beard

to confront and oppose with boldness, resolution, and often effrontery : DEFY

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