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as in experiences
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
our quiet hike turned into quite an adventure when we encountered a bear and her cub
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as in ventures
a risky undertaking
a bold adventure in deep-sea exploration that could imperil the submarine and its crew
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as in endangers
to place in danger
adventured all his savings in a very risky investment scheme
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as in risks
to take a chance on
if I had to adventure a guess, I'd say she's about 35
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Recent Examples of adventures
David Faris, TheWeek, 18 Feb. 2026
Named after the 19th-Century Foreign Secretary and Prime Minister Viscount Palmerston, the cat quickly garnered a large online fanbase, boasting nearly 100,000 followers as of Tuesday who closely tracked his adventures across Westminster.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
But between the subtle style, simple yet efficient organization, and durability that suggests this weekender will last for eons of adventures to come, our testers say the price might be worth it.
—Drew Zieff, Outside, 17 Feb. 2026
Strong, reliable products, a pledge to help the planet, and plenty of variety in color, style, and gear type, this is a brand for anyone who intends to go outside, no matter how intense (or relaxed) your adventures get.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
But for all her professional travel and culinary adventures, King’s most cherished trip is deeply personal.
—Jesse Scott, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
This is a year of new beginnings and adventures.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
The book’s obsessed with money and all the new ways that people can suddenly lose it (gambling) or make it (mysterious adventures afar).
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 11 Feb. 2026
The puppeteers, who are often front and center, set the pace for the entire show and create some of the most arresting visual effects, centering their work around the voyages and adventures of two main actors.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026
Glenn Garner, Deadline, 14 Feb. 2026
Most people head to Florida in pursuit of Mouse ears, Miami nightlife, Everglades adventures, or a tropical Keys vacation.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
Austin is offering everything from la Madeleine’s chocolate-strawberry bakery boards to Azul’s candlelit rooftop cabanas, including intimate prix-fixe dinners and playful donut boat adventures.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
Navigate ideas, tips, and first-person adventures.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2026
Explore More East Troy’s farms promise more foodie adventures.
—Sarah Miller, Midwest Living, 13 Jan. 2026
Basic wilderness survival training provides practical knowledge that could prove valuable during backcountry adventures.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
Outdoor adventures Sydney is also very much an outdoor town, from Bondi Beach to boats in the harbor.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
Off-site options include boat excursions and ATV adventures that can be coordinated by the concierge team, but the expansive pool will be more than enough for most kids to feel satisfied.
—Kristin Braswell, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
Noun
Set outside of Carson City, Nevada, during the 1860s on a fictional ranch called Ponderosa, the show followed the adventures and tribulations of the Cartwright family.
—David Faris, TheWeek, 18 Feb. 2026
Named after the 19th-Century Foreign Secretary and Prime Minister Viscount Palmerston, the cat quickly garnered a large online fanbase, boasting nearly 100,000 followers as of Tuesday who closely tracked his adventures across Westminster.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
But between the subtle style, simple yet efficient organization, and durability that suggests this weekender will last for eons of adventures to come, our testers say the price might be worth it.
—Drew Zieff, Outside, 17 Feb. 2026
Strong, reliable products, a pledge to help the planet, and plenty of variety in color, style, and gear type, this is a brand for anyone who intends to go outside, no matter how intense (or relaxed) your adventures get.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
But for all her professional travel and culinary adventures, King’s most cherished trip is deeply personal.
—Jesse Scott, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
This is a year of new beginnings and adventures.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
The book’s obsessed with money and all the new ways that people can suddenly lose it (gambling) or make it (mysterious adventures afar).
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 11 Feb. 2026
The puppeteers, who are often front and center, set the pace for the entire show and create some of the most arresting visual effects, centering their work around the voyages and adventures of two main actors.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
Designed for vertical viewing, the series features characters from Zombies, Descendants and Phineas & Ferb in bite-size adventures that blend comedy, drama and thrills, all unfolding in school hallways and told through open locker doors.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 14 Feb. 2026
Most people head to Florida in pursuit of Mouse ears, Miami nightlife, Everglades adventures, or a tropical Keys vacation.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
Austin is offering everything from la Madeleine’s chocolate-strawberry bakery boards to Azul’s candlelit rooftop cabanas, including intimate prix-fixe dinners and playful donut boat adventures.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
Navigate ideas, tips, and first-person adventures.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2026
Explore More East Troy’s farms promise more foodie adventures.
—Sarah Miller, Midwest Living, 13 Jan. 2026
Basic wilderness survival training provides practical knowledge that could prove valuable during backcountry adventures.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
Outdoor adventures Sydney is also very much an outdoor town, from Bondi Beach to boats in the harbor.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
Off-site options include boat excursions and ATV adventures that can be coordinated by the concierge team, but the expansive pool will be more than enough for most kids to feel satisfied.
—Kristin Braswell, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adventures
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Eating on the London Underground is usually frowned upon, but one of the city’s most unusual dining experiences lies at the northern end of the Victoria tube line inside a decommissioned train carriage.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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These projects highlight the strength of our franchises and our ambition to expand Ubisoft stories across multiple platforms, giving fans and broader audiences amazing immersive experiences.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
20 Feb. 2026
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The Texas State Securities Board filed the order last week against ‘TEXITcoin’ and the digital coin’s creator, McKinney resident Robert Gray; additionally, the state agency named two more affiliated ventures, MineTXC and Blockchain Mint, in its emergency order.—
Trevor Bach,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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In addition to Sewing Down South, Conover has expanded his business ventures in Charleston, South Carolina, and is now a partner with Uptown Hospitality Group, co-owner of By the Way, and the wedding/event venue The Waverly.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
19 Feb. 2026
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Today’s staged raid reinforces our conviction that this investigation distorts French law, circumvents due process, and endangers free speech.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2026
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Violence, hazing or any other behavior that endangers others has no place at NAU.—
Kathy Tulumello,
AZCentral.com,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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McCarthy warned that being too quick to bring untested criminal cases against political adversaries risks damaging institutional legitimacy regardless of which party is in power.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
15 Feb. 2026
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Attempting to globalize it risks turning off Americans who support it by featuring an all-Spanish performance in the NFL’s signature event.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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At a time when Disney is facing major disruption, such gambles may be just what the company needs.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Feb. 2026
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Second-round picks always have been relative gambles and have only lost value in recent years as fewer players declare for each draft.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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There was, according to the source, a consensus on the call that this issue threatens the integrity and long-term viability of the league.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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But when a man from Anne’s past returns from war, a curse begins to take shape through a mysterious knight and threatens to destroy them all.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Clothes Iron and Steamer Many cruise lines have policies forbidding the use of clothes irons and steamers and won’t allow these fire hazards onboard.—
Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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At over 1,800 lives lost per year, winter vehicle-crash fatalities are four times greater than the total number of all other weather hazards combined, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).—
Jim Gorzelany,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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But fans remain hopeful, especially as Team USA’s men’s hockey team — which has advanced to the knockout stage — prepares for a critical matchup today that could determine their medal chances.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Research shows being tapped into a social network increases the chances that people do health-supportive behaviors, like go to the gym, eat a balanced diet, and steer clear of smoking and drug use—all of which can add up to a longer life.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Adventures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adventures. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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