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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
CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Her career is filled with the kinds of on-the-ground adventures that should inspire plenty of wide-eyed journalism students who haven’t yet realized how much of the job is just staring at laptop screens.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 8 Apr. 2026
The couple has documented their travels on Instagram and YouTube over the years, most recently showcasing their adventures in the Bahamas.
—Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026
At the top of the tree, they are transported to spectacular, fantastical lands, and through the joys and challenges of their adventures, the family learns to reconnect and value each other for the first time in years.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2026
Some fans had noted on social media that season eight appeared to have more of an emphasis on episodic adventures rather than expanding on the bigger picture.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
Photographer, author and environmentalist James Balog will share adventures and insights from his 45 years of experience in those fields.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
Trading in Hamptons summers for new adventures, Danielle Olivera is madly in love with Eoin Heavey, and their whirlwind romance is moving at lightning speed.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
The sitcom followed the family's life, showcasing adventures and more.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
New Atlas, 7 Apr. 2026
The 450-acre surf resort will offer even more surf programming, family-friendly activities, and adventures this season.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
Using apps like Photopills can make this planning process easier, even showing you exactly where the Milky Way will appear in the sky while providing lots of useful information for your night sky adventures.
—Jay Clue, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
Parents are prioritizing comfort, durability and UV protection more than ever, especially as families gear up for beach vacations, pool playdates and water park adventures.
—ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
The game was inspired by Night Street founders Dan and Mac Reynolds’ adventures playing real-life capture the flag while growing up.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026
For more than 25 years, Probst has taken castaways and their fans to secluded locations for high-stakes adventures.
—Madeline Montgomery, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Animated delights, comedies, and action adventures to entertain all ages.
—Danny Horn, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Feb. 2026
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
Noun
Everyday outings, like going to the grocery store, are exciting adventures for him.
—CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Her career is filled with the kinds of on-the-ground adventures that should inspire plenty of wide-eyed journalism students who haven’t yet realized how much of the job is just staring at laptop screens.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 8 Apr. 2026
The couple has documented their travels on Instagram and YouTube over the years, most recently showcasing their adventures in the Bahamas.
—Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026
At the top of the tree, they are transported to spectacular, fantastical lands, and through the joys and challenges of their adventures, the family learns to reconnect and value each other for the first time in years.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2026
Some fans had noted on social media that season eight appeared to have more of an emphasis on episodic adventures rather than expanding on the bigger picture.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
Photographer, author and environmentalist James Balog will share adventures and insights from his 45 years of experience in those fields.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
Trading in Hamptons summers for new adventures, Danielle Olivera is madly in love with Eoin Heavey, and their whirlwind romance is moving at lightning speed.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
The sitcom followed the family's life, showcasing adventures and more.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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
The 450-acre surf resort will offer even more surf programming, family-friendly activities, and adventures this season.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
Using apps like Photopills can make this planning process easier, even showing you exactly where the Milky Way will appear in the sky while providing lots of useful information for your night sky adventures.
—Jay Clue, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
Parents are prioritizing comfort, durability and UV protection more than ever, especially as families gear up for beach vacations, pool playdates and water park adventures.
—ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
The game was inspired by Night Street founders Dan and Mac Reynolds’ adventures playing real-life capture the flag while growing up.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026
For more than 25 years, Probst has taken castaways and their fans to secluded locations for high-stakes adventures.
—Madeline Montgomery, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Animated delights, comedies, and action adventures to entertain all ages.
—Danny Horn, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Feb. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adventures
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Attending a joust is one of the quintessential renaissance festival experiences.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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Two of the pre-tournament favorites, Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm, would like to hit the reset button on their 2026 Masters experiences.—
Justin Ray,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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In mountaineering, Whittaker was closely involved in more high-profile ventures.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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From transforming the Warriors into a global powerhouse to launching new ventures like the Valkyries, Lacob shares insights on franchise valuation, innovation and long-term growth strategies.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Someone this unstable, whose behavior endangers the nation, should not remain in office.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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The Callery pear tree endangers that food source.—
John Tufts,
IndyStar,
1 Apr. 2026
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Stagflation risks loom The month-long war and the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz threaten to plunge the world into one of its most severe energy crises in history.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2026
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Even the threat of reducing security for the Strait of Hormuz risks shaking confidence in a pillar of the world economy, as well as American wealth and power.—
Gerry Doyle,
Fortune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Pagliocca has mostly struck out in a series of high-risk, high-reward gambles.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
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She’s seen what the medium is still capable of, with the success of wild gambles like Everything Everywhere.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The false perception of sovereignty as a binary choice between progress and independence threatens both pursuits.—
Ana Paula Assis,
Fortune,
9 Apr. 2026
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But advocates say that failing to pay into the fund threatens to do more than delay promised improvements to the sector.—
Laura Tillman,
Hartford Courant,
9 Apr. 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
Noun
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The Oilers scored on all three power-play chances in the best performance for that unit since Leon Draisaitl went down with a lower-body injury on March 15 after scoring with the man advantage early in that game.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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In fact, only about four percent of them begin with gasoline igniting, so the chances of starting a fire at the gas station are extremely slim.—
Laura Kiniry,
Popular Science,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Adventures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adventures. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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