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
Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Looking ahead to all of the tomorrows, all the adventures, the laughs, and all of the love.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
From the now-$18 Matein Laptop Backpack (56 percent off) that’s perfect for flights and daily commutes, to the Lovevook Duffel Bag that works as a chic weekender, and the Baggallini Carryall Tote designed for everyday adventures, these picks are both practical and stylish.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Continue your adventures with a hike at the Sipe White Mountain Wildlife Area.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 7 Oct. 2025
For the uninitiated, the Moomins are cutesy, hippo-like trolls that get into fairy tale adventures.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025
The blue heeler dog and her tribe of friends and family go on all types of adventures and share life lessons along the way.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 7 Oct. 2025
Directors are already circling the chronicle of the adventures of Ken Kesey after the release of his first novel, One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, which became a Best Picture winning classic film released 50 years ago.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2025
Captains and crew from across the Below Deck franchise share behind-the-scenes stories, compare adventures and reflect on their seasons at sea.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 30 Sep. 2025
Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
The property, located in the heart of Jackson, has an on-site concierge to book safaris, outdoor adventures, and wellness appointments to relax between autumn adventures.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
Featuring the gang in their pumpkin patch adventures, the pieces bring playful charm to seasonal parties and everyday meals alike.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
Its all-new Escape falls in that macro section of the lineup, supplying group adventures with over 5 gallons of clean, reliable drinking water per fill-up.
—New Atlas, 23 Aug. 2025
The emirate sees its theme parks as part of a bigger portfolio of attractions, alongside cultural landmarks, luxury hotels, pristine beaches, and desert adventures.
—Melanie Swan, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2025
Running trips—from Utah's desert to Patagonia's peaks—offer the most thrilling (and humbling) adventures this writer's ever experienced.
—Jennifer Malloy, Outside, 1 Aug. 2025
Noun
The pedals are large and the handlebars are easy to grip, plus durable tires with rugged treads are perfect for off-road adventures.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Looking ahead to all of the tomorrows, all the adventures, the laughs, and all of the love.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
From the now-$18 Matein Laptop Backpack (56 percent off) that’s perfect for flights and daily commutes, to the Lovevook Duffel Bag that works as a chic weekender, and the Baggallini Carryall Tote designed for everyday adventures, these picks are both practical and stylish.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Continue your adventures with a hike at the Sipe White Mountain Wildlife Area.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 7 Oct. 2025
For the uninitiated, the Moomins are cutesy, hippo-like trolls that get into fairy tale adventures.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025
The blue heeler dog and her tribe of friends and family go on all types of adventures and share life lessons along the way.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 7 Oct. 2025
Directors are already circling the chronicle of the adventures of Ken Kesey after the release of his first novel, One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, which became a Best Picture winning classic film released 50 years ago.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2025
Captains and crew from across the Below Deck franchise share behind-the-scenes stories, compare adventures and reflect on their seasons at sea.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
In the sequel, central character Sam has exposed their mystical Bunny adventures in a book, and her fellow Bunnies come after her with a vengeance.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
The property, located in the heart of Jackson, has an on-site concierge to book safaris, outdoor adventures, and wellness appointments to relax between autumn adventures.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
Featuring the gang in their pumpkin patch adventures, the pieces bring playful charm to seasonal parties and everyday meals alike.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
Its all-new Escape falls in that macro section of the lineup, supplying group adventures with over 5 gallons of clean, reliable drinking water per fill-up.
—New Atlas, 23 Aug. 2025
The emirate sees its theme parks as part of a bigger portfolio of attractions, alongside cultural landmarks, luxury hotels, pristine beaches, and desert adventures.
—Melanie Swan, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2025
Running trips—from Utah's desert to Patagonia's peaks—offer the most thrilling (and humbling) adventures this writer's ever experienced.
—Jennifer Malloy, Outside, 1 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adventures
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The festival featured 185 films from 66 countries this year, drawing 208,111 attendees across online screenings and in-person cinema experiences in Jakarta.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Oct. 2025
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While Method acting has performers immerse themselves in a role by drawing from their own experiences and emotions for a more authentic portrayal, some even stay in character off-set.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
5 Oct. 2025
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The closure of his online marketplace, Empower Global, and the divestment from key ventures have further compounded the financial downturn.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, hardening facilities is expensive—and the money could be used for more lucrative ventures.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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That the nation’s president used his platform to promote theories that have been thoroughly debunked across hundreds of studies endangers all children.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
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The group also reaffirmed that vaccines are safe, play no role in autism and that undermining them endangers public health.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The American Journal of Managed Care reported that the initiative is expected to face legal challenges and could prove difficult to implement, with industry analysts warning that the plan risks acting as a blunt instrument rather than a workable solution.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Without proper padding and protection, your device risks scratches, dents, or worse, internal damage.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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Superman proved to fire off the new DC under chiefs James Gunn and Peter Safran, while the original gambles that Michael De Luca and Pam Abdy have made at the larger Warner Bros Motion Picture Group with Sinners and F1, as well as new IP A Minecraft Movie, have been smashing successes.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
26 Sep. 2025
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As awards season progresses, the success or failure of these strategic gambles will likely influence how future romantic dramas approach their campaigns, potentially reshaping decades of precedent in favor of more aggressive positioning strategies.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Flooding threatens dozens of hospitals in coastal areas, including in Florida, Louisiana, Texas, and New York.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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They’re set to expire in December, and while Congress could act to extend them, a prolonged government shutdown threatens to delay or derail that effort, leaving millions of Americans at risk of losing coverage.—
Beth Warren,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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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
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However, Starlink’s own public record also showcases how rapidly the collision hazards in orbit are evolving.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The speculations are rife with staunch reason justifying why Tesla could embrace this big shift this month.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Oct. 2025
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While filming the episode, everybody had their different speculations.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Adventures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adventures. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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