as in adventurous
inclined or willing to take risks
free-swinging entrepreneurs who could see that the future lay in biotech and were willing to stake everything on that vision
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Recent Examples of free-swinging
That production likely overstates the free-swinging Lugo’s upside, but the 21-year-old has more raw power than his slight frame would suggest, along with above-average speed and experience playing six different positions in the minors.
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Aaron Gleeman, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Reliever Luke Weaver walked the free-swinging Ceddanne Rafaela, gave up a hustle double to Nick Sogard, then surrendered the go-ahead two-run single to pinch-hitter Masataka Yoshida that ultimately proved to be the deciding blow.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
Aaron Gleeman, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Reliever Luke Weaver walked the free-swinging Ceddanne Rafaela, gave up a hustle double to Nick Sogard, then surrendered the go-ahead two-run single to pinch-hitter Masataka Yoshida that ultimately proved to be the deciding blow.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for free-swinging
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Think of it as the petit four's younger sister, a one-bite round cake, less sweet and far more adventurous in flavor.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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People are attracted to your adventurous spirit.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
28 Feb. 2026
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In a few daring sentences, Lincoln connected the antislavery movement, calling for a right to self-government in individual lives, with the right to self-government in politics.—
Cass Sunstein,
Big Think,
5 Mar. 2026
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Both pieces featured a daring lace-up design and a white-on-white floral jacquard print.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
4 Mar. 2026
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To his supporters, Khamenei was the steadfast, fearless leader who transcended mere politics and inspired devotion.—
Abbas Al Lawati,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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Our fearless heroine gets into all sorts of trouble, and what started out as a charmed vacation ends up becoming a horrific, picaresque nightmare.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 Feb. 2026
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The men’s capsule imbues the same collegiate spirit, with polos and shirting in sprightly patterns—albeit, slightly bolder than women’s—alongside said new take on the retailer’s windproof blouson, in khaki, sand and navy, plus relaxed sports shorts.—
Alice Cary,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2026
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With his new Inside Out Denim Collection, Flanigan reimagines timeless denim staples through a bold, conceptual lens—proving that everyday wear can still feel elevated and intentional.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Free-swinging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/free-swinging. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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