unafraid
adjective
un·afraid
ˌən-ə-ˈfrād 
Southern also -ə-ˈfred
: not afraid or frightened : not fearful
unafraid of the dark
unafraid to try new things
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Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 6 Oct. 2025
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The absence of any definitive answer only invites more intrigue within an organization unafraid to make drastic changes.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
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Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 6 Oct. 2025
In a September 22 TikTok video posted to the account @clickclickpurrr, Austin captured photos of Kevin, unafraid, and snuggling with Grant.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Oct. 2025
The absence of any definitive answer only invites more intrigue within an organization unafraid to make drastic changes.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
His work was defined by being unafraid to tackle social issues long considered taboo.
—Rebecca Keegan, NBC news, 24 Sep. 2025
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“Unafraid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unafraid. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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