as in adventurous
inclined or willing to take risks
daring acrobats who risk life and limb every day for the entertainment of the crowds at the circus
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as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
the daring that the early explorers of Oceania must have had
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as in challenging
to invite (someone) to take part in a contest or to perform a feat
I dare you to repeat that to my face! he dared his friend to race to the end of the block
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as in confronting
to oppose (something hostile or dangerous) with firmness or courage
every day the old fisherman dared the elements to make his meager living
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Recent Examples of daring
Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 18 Sep. 2025
The daring elements continued with a sexy back detail that featured more jewels in between her shoulder blades before extending down into a long strap that connected to the bottom of the dress.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025
Roca’s maneuvers have both a theatrical elegance and a fearsome daring; his bravado is refined by his bravery, his defiant gaze challenging not just the bull but death itself.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 24 June 2025
MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Sep. 2025
His co-star is Margot Robbie, still basking in her post-Barbie glow and easily one of the most reliable and daring A-list actors working today.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
The Kahlil Joseph film premiered at Sundance earlier this year and was one of the most daring and experimental films at the festival.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 18 Sep. 2025
The daring elements continued with a sexy back detail that featured more jewels in between her shoulder blades before extending down into a long strap that connected to the bottom of the dress.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
Noun
These letters from Valpy and Tina, the daughter left behind with her mother-in-law, are sprinkled throughout and highlight the daring of Kane’s invention.
—John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025
Roca’s maneuvers have both a theatrical elegance and a fearsome daring; his bravado is refined by his bravery, his defiant gaze challenging not just the bull but death itself.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 24 June 2025
Verb
Charlie Kirk spent his life daring young people to think in a new way about the issues, engage in debate and live out their faith.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Sep. 2025
His co-star is Margot Robbie, still basking in her post-Barbie glow and easily one of the most reliable and daring A-list actors working today.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for daring
Adjective
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Over the last decade, the adventurous family has shared videos surfing with sharks, tandem scuba diving and sledding in Italy, among other things.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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These frogs, known for their adventurous diet, are well-adapted to both fresh and saltwater environments.—
Real-Time News team,
Miami Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Grazer showed courage when defending her cubs.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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Your courage makes prosecutions possible.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The general procedure for challenging balls and strikes called by the umpires was also announced.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Sep. 2025
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In his closing argument, lead defense lawyer Mark Agnifilo explicitly told jurors that the defense wasn’t challenging the women’s claims of domestic violence.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
23 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, the study claimed, 11% of those surveyed admitted to intentionally bumping others or confronting another driver out of frustration.—
Stuart Dyos,
USA Today,
24 Sep. 2025
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The loss of sister Traci Braxton in 2022 remains a central part of the family’s story, as the women search for healing while confronting new challenges.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The Europeans have hit them with bold shotmaking, clutch putting and an urgency and intensity that have blown the host team out of this outsize ballpark.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
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In 2022, the eclectic corner café Black Coffee lit up Detroit’s North End neighborhood with its bold yellow walls and Afrocentric décor.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Her bravery was recognized by the paramedics, too, who put the 7-year-old forward for a bravery award, which her school presented to her in May of this year.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Sep. 2025
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In addition to those who were shot, four other patrons were injured, and officials say the tragedy could have been much worse if not for the bravery of those who intervened.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Four plays later, facing a 4th-and-1, Buettner scored on a 7-yard run to put the Pioneers on top 7-0.—
Frank Rajkowski,
Twin Cities,
27 Sep. 2025
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Instead of facing jailtime, a judge ruled that Jillian would undergo a two-year mental health diversion program, her attorney, Hilary Potashner, confirmed.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Heather didn’t write her story to be brave.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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The pressure Alex, who is endowed by Martin with endearing softness and paralyzing self-doubt, feels to be a brave cop, a strong father, and the righteous hero of this story can’t be separated from his experience as a trans man still honing his relationship to masculinity.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Daring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/daring. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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