The term METTLE THAT MAY MERIT A MEDAL can be broken down into seven crossword solutions, each of which is a synonym for the word 'HEROISM'. The first solution is 'METTLE', which means courage and determination. The second solution is 'THAT', which is used to refer to a person or thing previously mentioned. The third solution is 'MAY', which is used to express possibility. The fourth solution is 'MERIT', which means to deserve or be worthy of something. The fifth solution is 'a', which is used to indicate one or any singular thing. The sixth solution is 'MEDAL', which is an award given as a sign of honor. The seventh solution is 'HEROISM', which is the quality of having courage and self-sacrifice in difficult situations.