gest

variants or geste
as in adventure
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand before packing it all in, he was looking for one grand gest that would serve as a fitting finale for his life

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Noun
  • Sea to Summit Alto 1-Person Tent for $375 ($125 off) Sea to Summit Sea to Summit's ultralight Alto (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is designed to keep weight down on your solo adventures.
    Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 27 June 2025
  • This comprehensive set includes three versatile skillets with lids, three essential pots with lids, a 12-inch wok perfect for stir-frying, a convenient griddle, a handy mixing bowl set and a professional-grade chef's knife, ensuring you are fully equipped for any culinary adventure.
    Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 27 June 2025
Noun
  • The calculus of Biden and his predecessors was that America underwrites European security, and in return has a huge influence over political, diplomatic and even cultural happenings on the Continent and beyond.
    Alexander Smith, NBC news, 25 June 2025
  • The Bear actor took his modeling career one step further at the latest happenings at Paris Men's Fashion Week.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 24 June 2025
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  • According to two professional stylists with over a decade of experience, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but there are some key guidelines worth following.
    Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 26 June 2025
  • Shayla and 17 other BU women’s soccer players reported similar claims to BU’s Equal Opportunity Office the next day, per The Globe, noting that their teammate, who was allegedly targeted, also shared her experience with school officials.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 26 June 2025
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“Gest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gest. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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