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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
Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 June 2026
This is a year of new beginnings, adventures and major changes.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 3 June 2026
Peacock’s adventures in treachery The Traitors was the top dog, scoring five prizes including Best Competition Series and Best Host for Alan Cumming.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 3 June 2026
Of course, this isn't the first time Johnson's hunting adventures have generated controversy.
—Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
The show always returns from summer break in September with new investigations and adventures.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
This series isn't quite as stern and serious as Mulder and Scully's adventures, though.
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 June 2026
Booking your stay through the right platform can help keep expenses down, freeing up more funds for adventures and experiences.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 3 June 2026
Similarly, the decor throughout the hotel—statues, artwork, and furniture from Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America—is representative of their adventures.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 June 2026
Cassie’s OnlyFans adventures, for interest, were depicted with a kind of sneering derision toward the character’s poor judgement and lack of savvy.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 1 June 2026
This week’s episode opens with a whopping ten-minute sequence of Cassie’s OnlyFans adventures, which are making both Cassie and Maddy rich.
—The Editors, Vulture, 10 May 2026
The 1893 Chicago World’s Columbian Exposition added the midway — the rides, games and food vendors that turned fairs into the all-day adventures kids love today.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
While fans of the previous games may prefer something closer to the Ezio adventures, most gamers will love Ubisoft’s intuitive combat system and beautifully detailed world.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
There are also holiday festivities, sports competitions, and myriad island and ocean adventures.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
Activities inside or outside the park, including rafting, rock climbing, and fly fishing, can be coordinated by Under Canvas’ adventures concierges, while a guest experience coordinator acts as a local expert to the Yosemite area.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
For car campers, the Beta C6 Apex attaches to most SUVs to extend cargo space, or works as a standalone tent for up to six people—ideal for road trips and family adventures.
—New Atlas, 7 Apr. 2026
Noun
There are also programs based on nutrition, creative expression, and physical adventures.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 June 2026
This is a year of new beginnings, adventures and major changes.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 3 June 2026
Peacock’s adventures in treachery The Traitors was the top dog, scoring five prizes including Best Competition Series and Best Host for Alan Cumming.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 3 June 2026
Of course, this isn't the first time Johnson's hunting adventures have generated controversy.
—Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
The show always returns from summer break in September with new investigations and adventures.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
This series isn't quite as stern and serious as Mulder and Scully's adventures, though.
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 June 2026
Booking your stay through the right platform can help keep expenses down, freeing up more funds for adventures and experiences.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 3 June 2026
Similarly, the decor throughout the hotel—statues, artwork, and furniture from Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America—is representative of their adventures.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Verb
Quite often, the series has been described as what would happen if Solo and a crew flew around space and experienced high-stakes adventures.
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 June 2026
Cassie’s OnlyFans adventures, for interest, were depicted with a kind of sneering derision toward the character’s poor judgement and lack of savvy.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 1 June 2026
This week’s episode opens with a whopping ten-minute sequence of Cassie’s OnlyFans adventures, which are making both Cassie and Maddy rich.
—The Editors, Vulture, 10 May 2026
The 1893 Chicago World’s Columbian Exposition added the midway — the rides, games and food vendors that turned fairs into the all-day adventures kids love today.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
While fans of the previous games may prefer something closer to the Ezio adventures, most gamers will love Ubisoft’s intuitive combat system and beautifully detailed world.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
There are also holiday festivities, sports competitions, and myriad island and ocean adventures.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
Activities inside or outside the park, including rafting, rock climbing, and fly fishing, can be coordinated by Under Canvas’ adventures concierges, while a guest experience coordinator acts as a local expert to the Yosemite area.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
For car campers, the Beta C6 Apex attaches to most SUVs to extend cargo space, or works as a standalone tent for up to six people—ideal for road trips and family adventures.
—New Atlas, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adventures
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As more travelers ditch tourist traps in favor of authentic experiences, craft markets have become one of the most rewarding ways to see the real side of a destination — and bring home a souvenir that actually means something.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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The customer then lays down on the bed and first experiences a dry scalp massage and a massage of their neck and upper shoulders while settling in.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2026
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Mercury — now in Cancer and your eighth house of joint ventures and psychological motivations — will clash with Saturn, which could trigger serious conversations around dating, children or even financial entanglements.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
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Restrictions on presidents themselves are not expected to impact ventures like the Trumps’ World Liberty Financial.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
3 June 2026
Verb
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There’s lots of humiliation and frustration involved, as well as an incident that endangers his family.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
29 May 2026
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Crandall said the suppression only policy endangers the few firefighters left at the agency.—
Chiara Eisner,
NPR,
17 May 2026
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The dose also matters, meaning someone with alpha-gal risks a bigger reaction by eating a large amount of red meat.—
Eva Flowe
May 29,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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Or Gonzalez fully holds out and risks fines.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
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For the first four games, the extensive gambles taken by the front office — not just this season but for years — seemed to be paying off in a surprising 3-1 road trip.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
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Most of his big gambles, on things such as the MGM studio and library, which led to the creation of the Turner Classic Movies channel, paid off handsomely.—
Michael J. Socolow,
The Conversation,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Season 3 finds Andrew Cooper (Hamm) doubling down on his life as an unlikely suburban thief, until the arrival of a new neighbor threatens to expose his secrets and place his family at risk.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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The fighting in Lebanon, where Israeli forces have seized large swaths of the south, threatens efforts to end the Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key transit point for oil and gas.—
Bassem Mroue,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Forecasters say confidence is lower in the exact timing, where storms will be strongest, and which hazards will be most likely.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
23 Apr. 2026
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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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Climate change, from the burning of coal, oil and gas, increased the intensity of Canada's 2023 fire season by at least 50% and doubled the chances of the drier, hotter weather conditions that were needed for the fire, a 2023 study found.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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On a press call Wednesday night, USDA officials stressed that the screwworm was not a threat to the food supply and that the chances of large-scale infestation were tiny.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 June 2026
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“Adventures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adventures. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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