unafraid
adjective
un·afraid
ˌən-ə-ˈfrād 
Southern also -ə-ˈfred
: not afraid or frightened : not fearful
unafraid of the dark
unafraid to try new things
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Singing about generational wealth, freedom from historical bondage, and the alchemy of turning lemons into lemonade, Knowles-Carter claimed her space as an artist unafraid to challenge, evolve, and expand her audience’s worldview.
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Richard Fowler, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
Over 70% want their employer to be transparent about values and pay, and are unafraid to challenge leadership if authenticity is found wanting.
—Adam Erace, Fortune, 27 July 2025
The kingdom was in the midst of a drastic makeover driven by Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, a bold new leader unafraid to do things differently.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 11 July 2025
This isn’t a biopic that idealizes my journey, but an honest portrait—unembellished and unafraid to confront any part of my life, no matter how difficult.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 9 July 2025
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Richard Fowler, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
Over 70% want their employer to be transparent about values and pay, and are unafraid to challenge leadership if authenticity is found wanting.
—Adam Erace, Fortune, 27 July 2025
The kingdom was in the midst of a drastic makeover driven by Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, a bold new leader unafraid to do things differently.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 11 July 2025
This isn’t a biopic that idealizes my journey, but an honest portrait—unembellished and unafraid to confront any part of my life, no matter how difficult.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 9 July 2025
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“Unafraid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unafraid. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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