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as in adventurous
inclined or willing to take risks
our youngest brother was the boldest one in the family, instantly taking to everything from skiing to skateboarding
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as in wise
displaying or marked by rude boldness
you're a bold little brat for trying to steal my stuff while I'm right here
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as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
an interior decorator who likes to use bold colors
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as in familiar
showing a lack of proper social reserve or modesty
a bold child who interrupts the adults at his parents' parties
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as in steep
having an incline approaching the perpendicular
the advanced climbers chose a bold cliff to test themselves
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as in courageous
feeling or displaying no fear by temperament
the bold explorers who will someday journey to other planets
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Recent Examples of bold
As reported by Fortune, the full value of the compensation package hinges on Musk achieving a series of bold performance goals for Tesla.
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Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Nov. 2025
The vivid blue campaign signs with bold orange lettering were impossible to miss as Zohran Mamdani made his historic and improbable run for New York City mayor this summer.
—Philip Marcelo, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
The seeds from a vanilla bean pod look showy in the topping and add bold, floral, and sweet flavor and aroma to the filling.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Nov. 2025
The local cuisine is a celebration of bold flavors and comforting tradition.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
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Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Nov. 2025
The vivid blue campaign signs with bold orange lettering were impossible to miss as Zohran Mamdani made his historic and improbable run for New York City mayor this summer.
—Philip Marcelo, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
The seeds from a vanilla bean pod look showy in the topping and add bold, floral, and sweet flavor and aroma to the filling.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Nov. 2025
The local cuisine is a celebration of bold flavors and comforting tradition.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bold
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Overall, this is a less-adventurous release than past chapters of Little Book, but there are a range of classic bourbon notes like vanilla, maple, honey, pear, baked apple, and that signature Jim Beam peanut note.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Spend a day at Baía do Sancho, often ranked the world’s best beach for its turquoise water, abundant marine life, and adventurous cliffside access.—
Carla Vianna,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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The military plays only an advisory role in the American system, giving input to the president’s deliberations but not otherwise independently adjudicating whether his or her decision is wise.—
Peter D. Feaver,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
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Kyle Dubas made a very wise move by signing Mantha, who fits in very nicely with this group and is playing high-level hockey.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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Similarly, the depth of the pile doesn’t rebound if furniture is moved, which can be noticeable for a period of time.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
6 Nov. 2025
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Just as Mamdani aims to improve the lives of young people more broadly, those working under him could see a noticeable shift in how the workplace is run.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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With spoofing tools, criminals can mimic real bank phone numbers and even use AI to reproduce familiar voices.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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The common ingredients are incredible storytellers who are excited about trying to make a series that feels authentic and realistic, and maybe feels familiar, but in a way that also feels elevated and sophisticated.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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Best Early Black Friday Target Kitchen Deals The sale brings steep discounts to top kitchen brands like Ninja, Keurig, and KitchenAid.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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His mental health went into a steep decline.—
Marissa R. Moss,
Rolling Stone,
6 Nov. 2025
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But in Podnieks’ own country, he was celebrated and respected as a rare source of truth telling and courageous reporting on a world that was changing fast.—
Will Tizard,
Variety,
2 Nov. 2025
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What People Are Saying Thanks to the courageous survivors of Epstein's abuse, justice is coming to Andrew.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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Rae’s dress featured a dramatic deep V neckline and nude illusion mesh straps that create a daring contrast against the gown’s sleek black fabric.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
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Her nude mani was rounded but with a square tip, which is the perfect mix between elegant and daring.—
Ana Serrano,
Glamour,
28 Oct. 2025
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Thailand accused Cambodia of laying fresh landmines following the removal of a barbed wire fence, which was discovered on November 9.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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The streamer has announced a series order for A Different World, a fresh sequel to the beloved 1990s sitcom that helped define a generation of Black television.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Bold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bold. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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