as in reckless
foolishly adventurous or bold
one overbold tourist almost tumbled over the rocks and into the sea
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overbold
Adjective
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The filmmakers never judge Lynette as her actions grow more reckless, even when she’s forced to pick up Kenny and take him along on a series of dangerous encounters.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Aug. 2025 -
As the federal government continues to play with reckless and unauthorized tariffs that have burdened businesses with skyrocketing costs that have been passed along to consumers, the governor’s Affordability Agenda is centered around making life easier for New Yorkers.—
Walter Mosley,
New York Daily News,
11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This was his rallying cry for the nation, urging citizens to be bold and courageous in their vision for solutions for not just the US but also the world’s most pressing problems.—
Leah M. Wright,
CNN Money,
23 Aug. 2025
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His service—particularly that courageous assault landing encounter during the invasion of Sicily—earned him a handful of military awards, including a Purple Heart.—
Vic Verbalaitis,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Friday’s graduating ceremony at Boston University’s Agganis Arena saw 97 Boston Police Recruits from the Boston Police Academy, as well as three recruits from outside agencies, join the fraternity of brave first responders.—
Boston Herald staff,
Boston Herald,
22 Aug. 2025
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The key lies in the willingness to be real, to be brave, vulnerable and willing to connect with others.—
Sadhna Bokhiria,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Whether visitors are seeking ethical wildlife tours, daredevil adventures like swimming at the edge of Victoria Falls, or aiming to support conservation efforts, Africa offers a depth of experiences that go far beyond the traditional safari game drives.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Club Med Cancun has a new sports and wellness island with a dedicated palapa for quiet yoga classes, archery, bocce ball, mini golf, multi-sport courts and the iconic Club Med Circus School where guests can participate in their own trapeze lessons and other daredevil acrobatics.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
Adjective
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Today’s savvy travelers are chasing something deeper, more adventurous.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Newman and Marnell, as the adventurous Bill and gentlemanly Harry, respectively, fully embrace their kooky characters and revel in their eccentricities, while Wallace imbues an affable nature and optimism to Sam.—
Emlyn Travis Published,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This seems foolhardy and seems misguided, mainly because there is a perception among a handful of people that this is somehow a blue or a left wing thing when this is the place that for 32 years gave William F. Buckley a show.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 July 2025
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But relying on natural gas to fill the gap over at least the next five years appears to be both a foolhardy and highly expensive gamble.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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Five-foot-10 and 170 pounds in his prime, Rondell was known for his daring diving, gymnastic and hang-gliding skills.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Aug. 2025
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Despite having attended the Met Gala just days prior, the couple still hit a sartorial home run in chic ensembles — Rocky in a black suit and tie and Rihanna in a daring blue Alaïa high-neck dress with waist cutouts.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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There are the clever visual gags allowed by animation, like characters who quite literally shoot daggers at one another while locked in a glaring match; there are many jokes at the imperious, overconfident Marioneta’s expense.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
17 Aug. 2025
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In some of the deaths, overconfident tourists have ventured off-trail, or gotten lost in steep, technical terrain, without proper experience or equipment.—
Owen Clarke,
Outside Online,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Overbold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overbold. Accessed 1 Sep. 2025.
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