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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
No slouch in the acid and tannin departments is the bold 2021 Centennial Mountain Nebbiolo.
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Laura Ness, Mercury News, 13 May 2025
Appointing Alonso was bold and atypical of the German footballing environment.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 13 May 2025
Shoppers can choose between neutral hues including ivory, navy, and brown, or opt for bold yellow, red, or green.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 13 May 2025
Without the bite of rye seeds, the pastrami’s smoke is bolder, its black pepper hotter on the tongue.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2025
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Laura Ness, Mercury News, 13 May 2025
Appointing Alonso was bold and atypical of the German footballing environment.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 13 May 2025
Shoppers can choose between neutral hues including ivory, navy, and brown, or opt for bold yellow, red, or green.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 13 May 2025
Without the bite of rye seeds, the pastrami’s smoke is bolder, its black pepper hotter on the tongue.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bold
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The park is now a stop for the more adventurous sightseers, or researchers cataloging the species that call the island home.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
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Sometimes gratitude came easily, such as when Deb helped their kids, who were picky eaters, become more adventurous.—
Rhaina Cohen,
The Atlantic,
11 May 2025
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The one that was pretty impactful for me at Cannes, at least life trajectory wise, probably more impactful than all of those other films, came in 2012.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2025
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If not, while national security, stability, and local shipbuilding growth are important, adding levies to tariffs this year may not be wise.—
Phillip Molnar,
Mercury News,
16 May 2025
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This gap is especially noticeable in close relationships, such as those with family and close friends, where shared understanding is critical to maintaining connection.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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But her impact was immediately noticeable, said La Jolla High Principal Chuck Podhorsky.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 May 2025
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Some of this uncertainty is coming from familiar sources, and some from new developments.—
Amanda Tickel,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Coined by leading hair stylist and trend forecaster Tom Smith, the new style is the evolution of the familiar Italian bob.—
Dominic Cadogan,
Glamour,
18 May 2025
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Idaho residents’ property taxes have seen steep increases amid the area’s rapid population growth in recent years, especially in the Treasure Valley, the Statesman previously reported.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
15 May 2025
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Constellation, which Berkshire first invested in during the fourth quarter of 2024, recently came under pressure after President Donald Trump announced steep tariffs on Mexican imports.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
15 May 2025
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The segment famously saw Piper remove Gowen's prosthetic leg, instantly establishing his courageous character.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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The event series is based on The Old Testament’s Book of Genesis and told through the eyes of the courageous and passionate, yet flawed women whose descendants would shape three of the world’s great faiths: Judaism, Christianity and Islam.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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Blending skill, grace and the daring pursuit of the ultimate underwater thrill, five divers—all trained by a world-class underwater choreographer—will compete to show off their skills during epic underwater dances.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
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The decision comes after years of increasingly daring celebrity outfits and adds to the ongoing discussion among fashion enthusiasts on social media — Is fashion becoming more conservative?—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
13 May 2025
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Memories of the ambush on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky were still fresh.—
David Moscrop,
Time,
8 May 2025
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But that’s the thrill of a great procedural — through sharp writing, direction, and casting, every new episode feels fresh, even if the basic structure remains the same.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
8 May 2025
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“Bold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bold. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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