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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, 23 Apr. 2026
Catsimatidis has had more than his share of adventures.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
Home to the colorful Macaw parrot, leatherback turtles, and thousands of acres of rainforest, the islands of Trinidad and Tobago offer unique, natural explorations and once-in-a-lifetime adventures.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
The American Jazz Museum has interactive exhibits with listening stations, touch-screen adventures and custom-mixing soundboards.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Released to critical acclaim in February 2022, Elden Ring is an action RPG set in an authentic dark fantasy world, which allows players to head off on adventures within vast environments and dungeons.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
The Dukes of Hazzard ran for seven seasons on CBS, wrapping up in 1985 after 147 episodes filled with moonshine mischief and good-old-boy adventures.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Wherever the day's adventures take you, pencil in some time for a non-negotiable cone from Bedford Farms Ice Cream, a quintessential New England ice cream stand that has been churning out 60-plus flavors since 1880.
—Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
But Rene faced this uphill climb with the same indomitable spirit that defined her, filling her days with smiles, prayers, good deeds and with adventures, especially after tests offered up hope that the disease had been halted.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
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
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
Noun
This is the place to organize unforgettable outdoor adventures, from fishing trips and private charter boat excursions to guided jaunts on a traditional Hawaiian sailing canoe.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
Catsimatidis has had more than his share of adventures.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
Home to the colorful Macaw parrot, leatherback turtles, and thousands of acres of rainforest, the islands of Trinidad and Tobago offer unique, natural explorations and once-in-a-lifetime adventures.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
The American Jazz Museum has interactive exhibits with listening stations, touch-screen adventures and custom-mixing soundboards.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Released to critical acclaim in February 2022, Elden Ring is an action RPG set in an authentic dark fantasy world, which allows players to head off on adventures within vast environments and dungeons.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
The Dukes of Hazzard ran for seven seasons on CBS, wrapping up in 1985 after 147 episodes filled with moonshine mischief and good-old-boy adventures.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Wherever the day's adventures take you, pencil in some time for a non-negotiable cone from Bedford Farms Ice Cream, a quintessential New England ice cream stand that has been churning out 60-plus flavors since 1880.
—Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
But Rene faced this uphill climb with the same indomitable spirit that defined her, filling her days with smiles, prayers, good deeds and with adventures, especially after tests offered up hope that the disease had been halted.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adventures
Noun
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The few works in the show depicting Stojka’s experiences before and after internment capture the particularity of Romani life.—
Ben Davis,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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Where’s the respect for each other and each other’s experiences?—
T. M. Brown,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Beast Industries, the conglomerate that holds MrBeast’s various channels and ventures, denied the claims in the lawsuit and said Mavromatis was made aware of her FMLA rights.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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The trouble is the actual numbers are likely to get overlooked as Wall Street seeks evidence that Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence and robotics ventures justify the stock’s sky-high valuation.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The teaser also reveals that the titular character has a huge company, which endangers millions with a drilling operation that goes too far.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
15 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
Verb
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High oil prices sparked by the Iran war are accelerating Latin America’s oil boom, though the growth risks exacerbating economic inequality across the region, analysts said.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The result risks turning a generation of developing minds into guinea pigs, while the biggest gains flow not to students, but to tech companies.—
Catherine Thorbecke,
Boston Herald,
18 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Cheek initially runs towards the pass but gambles on the ball bouncing over the defender and runs behind him.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
23 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
Verb
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And private preschool owners say the rush of 4-year-olds joining public schools threatens to cripple their businesses.—
Moriah Balingit,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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But as the years and resentments pile on, their cancerous brotherhood threatens to obliterate them both.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 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
Noun
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The Kings were desperate in this contest and had the more dangerous offensive chances early on.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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Where the conflict goes in coming weeks and months will do more to improve or hamper the GOP’s chances of holding the Senate than the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee can ever do.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Adventures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adventures. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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