risk-taker

noun

: a person who is willing to do things that involve danger or risk in order to achieve a goal
I'm not much of a risk-taker.

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The renowned entertainer, famous for her 1960s hippie vibes — long hair down to there and bell bottoms — was always a style risk-taker. Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 19 May 2026 On the red carpet, Emma Corrin has become known as a bona fide risk-taker, rocking everything from pantless Miu Miu tuxedos to trompe l’oeil Loewe balloon dresses. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026 The vintage style of bangs are made for a stylish risk-taker. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026 Craig is the emotional anchor — a man who evolves from fearless risk-taker to a loving father, ultimately choosing to step away from war. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for risk-taker

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“Risk-taker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/risk-taker. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.

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