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as in feral
living outdoors without taming or domestication by humans
wild animals can be shy or aggressive when confronted by humans
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as in uninhabited
existing without human habitation or cultivation
that land has been completely wild since the owners abandoned it
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as in turbulent
marked by turmoil or disturbance especially of natural elements
a wild night, full of wind and rain
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as in bizarre
conceived or made without regard for reason or reality
some wild claim that he was abducted by aliens
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as in strange
different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion
public speakers in the park typically spout some wild ideas
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as in frantic
marked by great and often stressful excitement or activity
the holidays were especially wild around here this year
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as in barbarian
not civilized
ancient traces of a wild people who lived in mountain caves
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as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
they're just wild to go on the ecotour through the Amazon rain forest
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as in wildly
in a confused and reckless manner
as soon as the doors opened, early-morning bargain hunters ran wild through the store
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as in wilderness
that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation
some animals aren't meant to live outside of the wild
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Recent Examples of wild
Jann Blackstone, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
Through 59 games, the Kings (24-21-14) are three points outside the final wild-card spot in the Western Conference heading into Monday’s game against the NHL-leading Colorado Avalanche.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Paul A. Smith, Journal Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2023
Just 18 P900s will be built, and the wild-looking hypercar will cost $3 million.
—Caleb Miller, Car and Driver, 30 Nov. 2022
Essence, 29 Oct. 2025
Denver, of course, roared to life in the fourth quarter Sunday against the New York Giants, scoring a franchise-record 33 fourth-quarter points to hang on for a wild-as-you’ll-see 33-32 victory.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 20 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Our child doesn’t really understand what he’s being told and comes home with wild stories — some parts are true; other parts are completely off.
—Jann Blackstone, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
Through 59 games, the Kings (24-21-14) are three points outside the final wild-card spot in the Western Conference heading into Monday’s game against the NHL-leading Colorado Avalanche.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Adverb
Our first stop is in a wild-looking stretch 200 yards south of the railroad tracks and State Street.
—Paul A. Smith, Journal Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2023
Just 18 P900s will be built, and the wild-looking hypercar will cost $3 million.
—Caleb Miller, Car and Driver, 30 Nov. 2022
Noun
Several dismissed the Annabelle-Nottoway meme as a wild, albeit entertaining conspiracy theory; her presence in the area was rendered a mere coincidence.
—Essence, 29 Oct. 2025
Denver, of course, roared to life in the fourth quarter Sunday against the New York Giants, scoring a franchise-record 33 fourth-quarter points to hang on for a wild-as-you’ll-see 33-32 victory.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 20 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wild
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And that’s before Hudson shows up and the audience goes feral.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
1 Mar. 2026
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Beyond the feral obsession with Jacob Elordi–earring, tooth, tongue, and back included–the lasting impact of Wuthering Heights will most likely be in the style sphere.—
Alice Cary,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2026
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Beyond its unique wildlife, the uninhabited cay offers white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and excellent snorkeling.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Feb. 2026
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In 2024, Miami temporarily closed four uninhabited picnic islands off the city because people on boats were leaving so much trash there during daytime visits.—
Douglas Hanks,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Feb. 2026
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In the waters off Singapore, a recently uncovered a shipwreck with a huge cargo of blue-and-white porcelain is shedding light on the storied Chinese craft produced during the turbulent era of the Mongol Empire.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
28 Feb. 2026
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Now 85 years old, Dupart came of age in the turbulent 1960s, when racial tensions exploded and voices cried to be heard.—
Edie Kasten,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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The actor compares the image of a man blocking a tank, an impulsive move of resistance by one person, to how Berenger has to maneuver, then openly question, the increasing aggressive and bizarre actions of his fellow townsfolk.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2026
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But Saturday’s most bizarre finish unfolded at Winter Park High School, where fans of both the Wildcats and Lake Mary ran onto the court to celebrate victory after the horn sounded, ending a low-scoring game that had fans on the edge of their seats all night.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2026
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Key themes in her work include environmental catastrophe, belief, and the strange and unsettling aspects of human life.—
Joy Williams,
The Dial,
3 Mar. 2026
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Foremost among them was his strange work schedule.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Mar. 2026
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Put anybody on the spot and ask them to name something quickly, your brain just goes frantic.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
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In the few short months leading up to its wide release, the filmmakers behind Grey Gardens were in a frantic state of damage control.—
Rosemary Counter,
Vanity Fair,
25 Feb. 2026
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Ashley Johnson and star/executive producer Travis Willingham tee up what's coming for their soft barbarian lady.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Oct. 2025
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Bailey plays half-elf ranger Vex, O’Brien is her twin brother Vax, Willingham is the lovable barbarian Grog, Johnson is the holy gnome cleric Pike, Jaffe is the royal gunslinger Percy, Ray is magical half-elf druid Keyleth and Riegel is the raunchy gnome bard Scanlan.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
24 July 2025
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The wedding may be in the past, but Law Roach is indeed excited for Zendaya’s busy future.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
2 Mar. 2026
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Santos’ 4-year-old daughter — and likely countless others — is already excited to don her first stethoscope.—
Hunter Boyce,
AJC.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Wild.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wild. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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