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as in wild
existing without human habitation or cultivation
a dangerous and untamed land
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as in feral
living outdoors without taming or domestication by humans
tried to capture the untamed horse
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Recent Examples of untamed
But for lovers of remote places and untamed nature, the effort is well worth it.
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The Week Uk,
TheWeek,
14 June 2026
Players can embark solo or in teams of four across Gielinor’s previously unexplored continent of Ashenfall, on a quest to discover why untamed, transformative magic spills across the fractured land.
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Matt Minton,
Variety,
11 June 2026
About 40 percent of the population still lives a nomadic lifestyle, and the country is known for its vast, untamed grasslands, which are unmarred by fences or paved roads.
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Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2026
From the untamed beauty of British Columbia and the magnificent Rocky Mountains, to the coastal charm of Nova Scotia and remote river canyons in Northern Quebec, train journeys connect some of Canada’s most unique landscapes into one seamless itinerary.
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Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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The Week Uk,
TheWeek,
14 June 2026
Players can embark solo or in teams of four across Gielinor’s previously unexplored continent of Ashenfall, on a quest to discover why untamed, transformative magic spills across the fractured land.
—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
11 June 2026
About 40 percent of the population still lives a nomadic lifestyle, and the country is known for its vast, untamed grasslands, which are unmarred by fences or paved roads.
—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2026
From the untamed beauty of British Columbia and the magnificent Rocky Mountains, to the coastal charm of Nova Scotia and remote river canyons in Northern Quebec, train journeys connect some of Canada’s most unique landscapes into one seamless itinerary.
—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for untamed
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The Shawano-Menominee Counties Health Department advised anyone bitten or scratched by a bat or other wild animal to promptly clean the wound with soap and water, then contact a physician or go to the emergency room.
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And, speaking of wild, each team had a Max Muncy playing third base and batting seventh.
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The adult animation follows the trials and tribulations of a group of feral British cats from all walks of society, who seek companionship while ruminating on everyday life.
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Almost immediately, her half-feral dragon attacks Moondancer.
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Options for activities include paddleboarding and chasing Arctic swells in the fjords, sailing through sea cliffs and the uninhabited Hornstrandir Nature Reserve, and spotting whales, seals, Arctic foxes, and more wildlife.
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Arrival by superyacht with the Miss Anne Island Routes crew to the nearby uninhabited Klein Curaçao island is the cherry on top of the tropical ‘des-sert’ island experience.
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This experience prioritizes the animals’ wellbeing by focusing on increasing the population, collecting data, and working with experts who have success in re-wilding.
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The first release includes a limited collection of undeveloped homesites starting at $6 million.
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Tourism in Albania has seen a sharp increase in recent years, with people relishing the nation’s vast, undeveloped coastline.
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The Yellow Death has disfigured the population, and soldiers in white-and-red tunics serve the savage Duke of Tviot.
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Josefowicz, in her decathlon of a performance, brought Ligeti’s savage discontinuities to the surface.
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From blazing stars and diminutive buttercups to uncultivated roses and sunflowers, the Midwest is blessed with many gorgeous native wildflowers.
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Down these uncultivated paths, Horace’s Lydia, Tibullus’s Delia, and Ovid’s Corinna had passed, but only Virgil’s Philomela remained.
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So there’s already a natural connection between Steinbach and Anderson.
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In their draft pick and salary cap reality, a trade seems possible, and the above teams would all be natural candidates for a variety of reasons.
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“Untamed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untamed. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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