as in courageously
in a fearless manner
she strode boldly into the political fray
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Recent Examples of boldly
The rules required residents to use bear-resistant trash containers as wildlife officials determined bears, typically shy, boldly wandered into neighborhoods in search of left-overs in garbage bins.
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Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Otherwise, Pereira rather boldly opted to start with most of his big hitters on the bench at Stamford Bridge.
—Simon Johnson, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Be mindful of jumping too quickly, speaking too boldly or committing to something that still needs time to unfold.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
The company boldly rebranded in 2014, replacing a color scheme that featured two shades of blue.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 3 May 2026
That’s what one of the Dolphins’ draftees boldly declared a couple of years ago in colorful fashion.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Centrowitz won, followed by Buerkle with McChesney, who had spent much of the spring injured, holding on for the third and final spot on the Olympic team after boldly charging into the lead in the race’s final mile.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
For now, the two cubs are still adjusting — one boldly, one cautiously — to the world outside their den.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
Spiky furniture and home accessories introduce a punk sensibility into the home, and boldly eschew the assumption of comfort.
—Francesca Perry, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Otherwise, Pereira rather boldly opted to start with most of his big hitters on the bench at Stamford Bridge.
—Simon Johnson, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Be mindful of jumping too quickly, speaking too boldly or committing to something that still needs time to unfold.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
The company boldly rebranded in 2014, replacing a color scheme that featured two shades of blue.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 3 May 2026
That’s what one of the Dolphins’ draftees boldly declared a couple of years ago in colorful fashion.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Centrowitz won, followed by Buerkle with McChesney, who had spent much of the spring injured, holding on for the third and final spot on the Olympic team after boldly charging into the lead in the race’s final mile.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
For now, the two cubs are still adjusting — one boldly, one cautiously — to the world outside their den.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
Spiky furniture and home accessories introduce a punk sensibility into the home, and boldly eschew the assumption of comfort.
—Francesca Perry, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boldly
Adverb
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Meanwhile, all California voters should be grateful that Swalwell’s accusers courageously went public in April, not August.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Very few have so courageously, on a daily basis, year after year, walked the walk of a true artist.—
Laura Linney,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Nearly a decade later, both actors are firmly in A-list territory, balancing blockbuster franchises, fashion partnerships, and increasingly global careers.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te thanked his counterpart and Paraguay's government for speaking out for Taiwan and firmly supporting Taiwan's international participation.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
Adverb
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Throughout the film, Shyne bravely opens up about everything from his rough Brooklyn upbringing and years behind bars to his road to redemption.—
Kyle Eustice,
SPIN,
27 Apr. 2026
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When Danso’s weak header presented Adam Armstrong with a one-v-one opportunity in the second half, Kinsky sprang off his line and bravely punched the ball away.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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As inconsistent as Sabalenka was, Cîrstea deserves a huge amount of credit for playing so fearlessly to ultimately prevail 2-6, 6-3, 7-5.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
9 May 2026
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Shirin argued for women’s rights and fearlessly fought for those the regime sought to silence.—
Jody Williams,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Boldly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boldly. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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