as in bravely
in a fearless manner
he courageously demanded fair treatment for those who could not speak for themselves
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Recent Examples of courageously
Among other things, the New York Times story portrayed Lively as Hollywood’s latest #MeToo crusader, courageously exposing workplace abuses against women.
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2026
Obviously, there are many Jewish people who have courageously stood against Israeli policy and are pushing against that conflation.
—Suzanne Schneider, The New York Review of Books, 25 Mar. 2026
Inside Iran, people are openly and courageously chanting his name.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Williams was given the military’s highest honor for courageously taking on seven Soviet MiG aircraft over Korea in 1952 and knocking four of them out of the sky in what is widely regarded as one of the longest and toughest aerial dogfights in the history of the Navy.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
HIs wife, Sia Thao, organized the family’s escape from their village, keeping her sisters-in-law and the children together and courageously handling being questioned by police who were looking for her husband.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2026
Our sense of our own competency enhances our ability to behave courageously, even if we’re terrified initially.
—Ranjay Gulati, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2025
The woman courageously walked into the living room to investigate, but paused.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
The Academy’s failure to recognize these shifts reflects a disconnection from the realities faced by Iranian artists who courageously seek to redefine their narratives.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
Martha Ross, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2026
Obviously, there are many Jewish people who have courageously stood against Israeli policy and are pushing against that conflation.
—Suzanne Schneider, The New York Review of Books, 25 Mar. 2026
Inside Iran, people are openly and courageously chanting his name.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Williams was given the military’s highest honor for courageously taking on seven Soviet MiG aircraft over Korea in 1952 and knocking four of them out of the sky in what is widely regarded as one of the longest and toughest aerial dogfights in the history of the Navy.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
HIs wife, Sia Thao, organized the family’s escape from their village, keeping her sisters-in-law and the children together and courageously handling being questioned by police who were looking for her husband.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2026
Our sense of our own competency enhances our ability to behave courageously, even if we’re terrified initially.
—Ranjay Gulati, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2025
The woman courageously walked into the living room to investigate, but paused.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
The Academy’s failure to recognize these shifts reflects a disconnection from the realities faced by Iranian artists who courageously seek to redefine their narratives.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for courageously
Adverb
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Hearts have melted online after a scared rescue dog bravely faced her fear in order to join her owner, with many viewers praising her unquestionable courage and determination.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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The two women bravely faced Gale in court Tuesday, recounting how their lives have changed.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Choose fragrant Ruby Red grapefruits that feel heavy for their size; before juicing, roll them firmly on the counter to break up the juice sacs inside.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
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But at least in its immediate aftermath, investigations of Tuesday’s shooting appear to be firmly in the hands of the federal government, without any clear interventions by state officials.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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One student, eventually, just boldly asked the question.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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Two distinct color stories emerged—ones rooted in boldly saturated primary shades, the other in pale pastel tones typically associated with this time of year—demonstrating that the best colorful sneakers this season span the full spectrum.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
6 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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After a number of tumbles through the incoming crashing waves, Phan grabbed ahold of the shark's tail and fearlessly guided it back into the ocean, prompting cheers from onlookers.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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In mid-19th century Iran, painter Nowruz falls for a fearlessly defiant Roma fortune teller, sparking their desperate flight and a tragic saga echoing down generations, the synopsis runs.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
31 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Since ’18-19, the winger has served valiantly as a bottom-6 high motor, a plugger who refuses to downshift during big moments.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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Harold is known as the last Anglo-Saxon king who strove valiantly against invading threats, but whose efforts were ultimately futile, Wright added.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
23 Mar. 2026
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