1
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
Julia Viele, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
Full Serpent is intended to offer more of Green’s adventures in a future landscape where the past is always poking through the dust, bubbling over with color and life.
—Colin Joyce, Pitchfork, 28 Jan. 2026
The project chronicles the adventures of Huntrix, a K-pop girl group made up of three members who also just happen to fight monsters from the underworld.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
Nearly 80% of Globus itineraries across Europe and North America offer Globus Choice Excursions, a new option that lets travelers choose their own adventures.
—Christine Sarkis, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Animated family films have been a staple of entertainment culture for nearly a century and offer a rich catalog of adventures, fables, fairy tales and dramas.
—David Faris, TheWeek, 27 Jan. 2026
Whereas the franchise’s first few decades were all one-off adventures, the 21st century incarnation leaned on personal mythology.
—Sezin Devi Koehler, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Jan. 2026
The cabin is somewhat secluded, offering privacy and an off-grid vibe while still being within a reasonable driving distance of Park City and all its adventures.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 26 Jan. 2026
Peppa and her friends may not be flying around in super suits, traveling through an enchanted world, or saving the neighborhood from a greedy mayor, but their everyday adventures are just as relevant.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 22 Jan. 2026
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
To learn more about future Malle adventures, click here.
—Simon De Burton, Robb Report, 16 Dec. 2025
President Kennedy used the theater to audition actors for PT 109, the movie about his World War II adventures.
—Dan Reilly, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
The main story is a straight-up rehash of the Losers Club from the book, the juvenile adventures that so thoroughly inspired Stranger Things.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
For more of her adventures, delicious finds, and tiny moments, follow along on Instagram @juliaviele.
—Julia Viele, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
Full Serpent is intended to offer more of Green’s adventures in a future landscape where the past is always poking through the dust, bubbling over with color and life.
—Colin Joyce, Pitchfork, 28 Jan. 2026
The project chronicles the adventures of Huntrix, a K-pop girl group made up of three members who also just happen to fight monsters from the underworld.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
Nearly 80% of Globus itineraries across Europe and North America offer Globus Choice Excursions, a new option that lets travelers choose their own adventures.
—Christine Sarkis, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Animated family films have been a staple of entertainment culture for nearly a century and offer a rich catalog of adventures, fables, fairy tales and dramas.
—David Faris, TheWeek, 27 Jan. 2026
Whereas the franchise’s first few decades were all one-off adventures, the 21st century incarnation leaned on personal mythology.
—Sezin Devi Koehler, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Jan. 2026
The cabin is somewhat secluded, offering privacy and an off-grid vibe while still being within a reasonable driving distance of Park City and all its adventures.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 26 Jan. 2026
Peppa and her friends may not be flying around in super suits, traveling through an enchanted world, or saving the neighborhood from a greedy mayor, but their everyday adventures are just as relevant.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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
To learn more about future Malle adventures, click here.
—Simon De Burton, Robb Report, 16 Dec. 2025
President Kennedy used the theater to audition actors for PT 109, the movie about his World War II adventures.
—Dan Reilly, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
The main story is a straight-up rehash of the Losers Club from the book, the juvenile adventures that so thoroughly inspired Stranger Things.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adventures
Noun
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On the domestic front, Vance is deeply affected by his experiences growing up in a small town in middle America, a town that had seen better days.—
Frank DeVito,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Jan. 2026
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The show can be a gentle tool for families to introduce conversations about diverse experiences and voices, helping children see that history is made up of many stories, not just one.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Just like the aftermath of the dot-com bubble, many of those who lose the golden handcuffs that tied them to comfortable jobs will take big swings and start new ventures.—
Cortney Harding,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Both Trumps participate in numerous business ventures, selling everything from watches, fragrances and Bibles for him to jewelry, Christmas ornaments and digital collectibles for her.—
Darlene Superville,
Fortune,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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To avoid a flareup that endangers the US-UK trade agreement, Starmer aims to downplay Britain’s Chinese imports and highlight its services industries.—
Brendan Murray,
Bloomberg,
27 Jan. 2026
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It was described as a dangerous precedent that endangers civilian lives.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
4 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Massachusetts now risks repeating the same mistakes.—
Jennifer Nassour,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the most surprising change is different and now risks users losing their accounts.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The Dodgers didn’t take any one-year gambles to address their need in the outfield this winter.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
21 Jan. 2026
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Two fourth-down gambles by Cignetti in the fourth quarter, after Fletcher's second touchdown carved the Hurricanes' deficit to three points, put Mendoza in position to shine.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Jan. 2026
Verb
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We are told that to refuse this threatens the existence of the university.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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The latest Democratic uproar over ICE tactics threatens a similarly broad spending package that also includes funding for the rest of the government, including the departments of Defense, Education, Health, Labor and Transportation.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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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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Beach hazards statements will remain in effect until conditions improve and are expected to be re-evaluated regularly.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The results noted a significant increase in risk of major cardiovascular events, including a 29% higher likelihood of heart attack, 20% higher risk of stroke and twice the chances of cardiovascular death.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Republicans are publicly calling for the removal of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and privately freaking out that her Minnesota mess will doom their chances of holding Congress in the 2026 midterms.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Adventures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adventures. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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