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Recent Examples of misadventure Characters appeared to be sitting on air at one point in a movie about the misadventures of knights. Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Mar. 2025 One of the biggest comedies of all time became a hit again in the streaming era when Netflix paid a fortune to have exclusive streaming rights to the misadventures of Jerry, Elaine, George, and Kramer. Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2025 His misadventure brought them closer together, as Manda kept the boy who would grow up to be her husband company on the sidelines of the dance. Judy Berman, TIME, 24 Mar. 2025 After weeks of violent misadventures, Jake and Cara’s nephew winds up on a train bound for home during the episode. Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 23 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for misadventure
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Noun
  • Marking the start of the solar calendar, it’s known for its anything-goes water festivities: Participants armed with water guns, buckets, and hoses splash each other in a symbolic cleansing of sins and washing away of misfortunes that allow a fresh start in the new year.
    Lisa Wong Macabasco, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
  • But someone’s misfortune is always another bettor’s blessing.
    Vik Chokshi, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Holland was attempting a routine landing when the tragedy occurred, and was not performing any stunts, Boggs said.
    Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2025
  • While King's career has been fruitful, she's also experienced tragedy in her personal life.
    EW Staff, EW.com, 26 Apr. 2025

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“Misadventure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misadventure. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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