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as in adventurous
inclined or willing to take risks
a venturesome child tried to climb the huge tree
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as in dangerous
involving potential loss or injury
the first solo pilot to undertake the venturesome crossing of the Atlantic Ocean by air
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Recent Examples of venturesome
Through this exhibition program, which shed a light on a generation of LA artists, The Box quickly established itself as a venturesome gallery and one of the most important in the city.
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Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
In Spalding, King has found another venturesome partner to reveal what’s actually happening, both in the moment, and in the countless moments on the way to the stage.
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Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
6 Apr. 2026
Ghee at the helm, marks another innovative and venturesome, yet strategic move by PlayersTV to do just that, shape culture and storytelling in a new direction.
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Allison Smith,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
Despite urgent warnings by their governments, some venturesome tourists are still making their way to Afghanistan.
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Natasha Frost,
New York Times,
30 Dec. 2024
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Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
In Spalding, King has found another venturesome partner to reveal what’s actually happening, both in the moment, and in the countless moments on the way to the stage.
—
Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
6 Apr. 2026
Ghee at the helm, marks another innovative and venturesome, yet strategic move by PlayersTV to do just that, shape culture and storytelling in a new direction.
—
Allison Smith,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
Despite urgent warnings by their governments, some venturesome tourists are still making their way to Afghanistan.
—
Natasha Frost,
New York Times,
30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for venturesome
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As for cosmic weather this week, the planets align on June 28, igniting our adventurous spirits and libidos, eager to live life in the moment and sojourn onward!
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More adventurous travelers should also make a point to explore nearby Seven Bends State Park or hike up to the Woodstock Tower.
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Teri handled higher-value finds and saw that potentially dangerous items – like firearms and knives – got to the local sheriff’s office.
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Looking back through the sequence, Brazil have good numbers back and there is little need for anyone to overcommit — but a lazy tackle from behind leads to a free kick in a dangerous area.
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Looking back to 2017, Pippa Middleton attended day seven of the championships in a daring look that deserves a second glance.
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No genre of art requires more daring.
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Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf and NEVER turn your back on the ocean.
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Response efforts were slowed as debris blocked roads and live wires created hazardous conditions.
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Achraf Hakimi looked to have another opportunity to take an open shot on goal in the 54th minute, until Dutch defender Micky van de Ven chased him down and made a risky tackle in the goal box.
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The groups that brought the lawsuit said the rule would require students to forgo their studies or take out riskier private loans.
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Thrown into the perilous odyssey of the quest for Europe, Gift recounts the memories that led to her departure.
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Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in mitigating the risk of wildfires during these perilous conditions.
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Beijing has and been accused of serious human violations, including large-scale arbitrary detention of Uyghur and other Muslim minorities, in Xinjiang.
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Prosecutors said Anthony Edmond and Rafael Enriquez face the most serious charges, including conspiracy involving firearms trafficking, machineguns and drug trafficking.
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“Venturesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/venturesome. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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