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as in adventurous
inclined or willing to take risks
our youngest brother was the boldest one in the family, instantly taking to everything from skiing to skateboarding
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as in wise
displaying or marked by rude boldness
you're a bold little brat for trying to steal my stuff while I'm right here
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as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
an interior decorator who likes to use bold colors
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as in familiar
showing a lack of proper social reserve or modesty
a bold child who interrupts the adults at his parents' parties
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as in steep
having an incline approaching the perpendicular
the advanced climbers chose a bold cliff to test themselves
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as in courageous
feeling or displaying no fear by temperament
the bold explorers who will someday journey to other planets
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Recent Examples of bold
This tension brings out the best in Friko, as these nine songs represent some of the most thrillingly bold and expansive indie rock of the year so far.
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Brendan Hay, SPIN, 27 Apr. 2026
The bold plan Compared to offshore wind farms drilled into the seabed, floating wind farms use buoyant platforms that float on the water’s surface, secured by a complex system of mooring lines and anchors.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Also present in both of their bold and theatrical wardrobes?
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Byron’s a canny, bold, and incisive critic.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
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Brendan Hay, SPIN, 27 Apr. 2026
The bold plan Compared to offshore wind farms drilled into the seabed, floating wind farms use buoyant platforms that float on the water’s surface, secured by a complex system of mooring lines and anchors.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Also present in both of their bold and theatrical wardrobes?
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Byron’s a canny, bold, and incisive critic.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bold
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Meanwhile, be aware that the next six years will bring urges to impulsively travel, and do exciting things to give yourself an adventurous world.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Zoo staff describe the little one as adventurous with a confident demeanor.—
Ryan Brennan
April 24,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Policymakers, especially here in Tokyo, would be wise to accept more foreign workers to plug labor gaps, but that’s not a durable answer on its own.—
Catherine Thorbecke,
Twin Cities,
25 Apr. 2026
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Steinberg believes the fit will work out well football wise and business wise.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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The Moon moves through your 10th House of Visibility, where your structure is more noticeable.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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The combination of skilled care, more affordable pricing, and the appeal of travelling for treatment has shaped a noticeable trend.—
K.H. Koehler,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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By the end of that show, the anxiety and isolation that freight life in the closet had burned away, leaving a happy, hopeful ending in place of familiar narrative disaster; love is found, secrecy is banished, and all is well.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Yet, lurking on social media, the appointment unleashed the all-too-familiar torrent of hate, sexism and misogyny.—
Sebastian Shukla,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2026
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The deal comes as New Delhi moves to diversify export markets to offset the impact of steep tariffs imposed by the United States and instability in shipping and energy routes due to the Iran war.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Hispanic adults and residents of Western states experienced the steepest increases in rectal cancer deaths, the study found.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Today, Mr Speaker, that same, unyielding resolve is needed for the defence of Ukraine and her most courageous people – it is needed in order to secure a truly just and lasting peace.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Claire has been an advocate for courageous stories, an expert at complicated logistics and a wonderful partner to teams across the entire news division.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
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Supported by her friend Nikki, portrayed by Jenny Slate, the FX miniseries, based on a podcast of the same name, celebrates female friendship and sexuality while crafting a poignant and daring narrative about living fully in the face of death.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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The first films are often freer, more daring and fearless, having an individual voice and to champion those is absolutely essential.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2026
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As the Moon moves through your 11th House of Friends, collaboration brings fresh direction.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Kansas City Chiefs, fresh off their first January at home in 11 years, were intent on rebuilding their defense.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Bold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bold. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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