swashbuckling

adjective

Definition of swashbucklingnext
as in heroic

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Recent Examples of swashbuckling The swashbuckling, old-school crime reporter doesn't believe in computers. — Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 Kathleen Turner and Michael Douglas Kathleen Turner and Michael Douglas first teamed up in Romancing the Stone, a swashbuckling action-romance that proved to be one of the biggest hits of 1984. — Jesse Hassenger, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026 Here’s a swashbuckling Zen space opera of irresistible vastness — a world large enough to colonize your imagination. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 19 May 2026 Like so many historical myths, this swashbuckling tale of pirates, court accusations, and gossip, which frames the rags-to-riches emergence of this American family, is rife with historical fiction. — Literary Hub, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for swashbuckling
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swashbuckling
  1. heroic
  2. valiant
  3. fearless
  4. intrepid
  5. brave
  6. courageous
  7. gallant
  8. valorous
Adjective
  • And there were plenty of heroic acts by thousands of health care workers who toiled tirelessly, risking their own lives to care for those who had fallen ill during the pandemic.
    — Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Billy Zane earned global recognition as Cal Hockley in Titanic, his villainous role in Dead Calm, and as the heroic lead in The Phantom.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 29 July 2026
Definition of heroic
Adjective
  • The crew’s valiant attempt to halt the pressure leak and save the station is like something straight out of a Hollywood thriller.
    — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 25 July 2026
  • As the final seconds ticked down on Spain’s 1-0 extra-time win over a valiant Argentina and the referee blew his whistle, one could be forgiven for their mind once again slipping to memories of La Roja’s maiden World Cup victory.
    — Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Definition of valiant
Adjective
  • Betty Parsons’s importance in postwar American art history as a fearless, groundbreaking art dealer is indisputable.
    — John Yau, ARTnews.com, 24 July 2026
  • Spain’s victory at the 2026 FIFA World Cup cemented the country’s status as soccer’s new powerhouse, with a fearless young squad that captivated fans from the opening whistle to the final.
    — Leen Al Saadi, Vogue, 23 July 2026
Definition of fearless
Adjective
  • Three intrepid Variety writers – two who had seen the movie before and one first-timer – set out on an odyssey to find out.
    — Matt Minton, Variety, 22 July 2026
  • From within a narrow 180-mile-wide path of totality across eastern Greenland, western Iceland and northern Spain, a total solar eclipse will briefly turn day into night for lucky locals and intrepid eclipse chasers.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of intrepid
Adjective
  • This Fire sign reminds us that taking up space and being unapologetically yourself isn’t inherently selfish, and genuine self-expression can be incredibly brave.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026
  • For those feeling brave, visit Nestor’s Cave in the Peloponnese region, which was the filming site for the Cyclops sequence.
    — Lea Tran, TheWeek, 29 July 2026
Definition of brave
Adjective
  • Being bold and courageous sounds fun and exciting, but can also be frightening.
    — ByKaren R. McDaniel, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Holding them together is their courageous mother, Olga, who keeps them looking ahead, even when their future is uncertain.
    — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 July 2026
Definition of courageous
Adjective
  • Clearly, Americans didn’t do gallant failure, instead demanding domination over mere participation every time.
    — Terry Baddoo, USA Today, 14 June 2026
  • Commandment was very gallant in defeat for trainer Brad Cox and looks to be on the improve after his seventh-place finish in the Kentucky Derby.
    — Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 8 June 2026
Definition of gallant
Adjective
  • Roy Benavidez, a Texas native who was awarded the Medal of Honor for valorous action during combat in Vietnam.
    — Melissa Renteria, San Antonio Express-News, 8 Mar. 2026
  • The Congressional Medal of Honor Society recommendations for the medal must be submitted within three years of the valorous act, and the medal must be presented within five years.
    — Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
Definition of valorous

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“Swashbuckling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swashbuckling. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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