as in reckless
foolishly adventurous or bold
temerarious people rush in without forethought
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Reddit users were just as quick to praise the pedestrian's actions, seeing the moment as a justified comeback rather than reckless behavior.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025 -
The teen is charged with multiple counts of reckless endangerment, criminal mischief and criminal trespass and is expected to be charged in juvenile court, officials said.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
6 Feb. 2025
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The day was saved by advance planning for wildfire mitigation and courageous staff, including security guards and groundskeepers who risked life and limb and remained at the site to fight the deadly blaze.—
Christopher Knight,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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Click on the video above to see a courageous K9 take her final bow before retirement Need a break?—
Terry Baddoo,
USA TODAY,
8 Feb. 2025
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Of course, in addition to elevating your look, these Lululemon leg warmers are designed to keep shivering at bay when you brave winter temps just wearing tights.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2025
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President Trump's Executive Order protects the sovereignty of both countries and its brave soldiers.—
Benjamin Weinthal,
Fox News,
7 Feb. 2025
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Born Richard Totten Button on July 18, 1929, the daredevil athlete defied both gravity and expectations during his career.—
Holly Yan,
CNN,
31 Jan. 2025
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Due to his high-flying, daredevil move set and unique presentation, Hardy became one of the most popular WWE Superstars of the 2000s.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
Newsweek,
10 Jan. 2025
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The flavors lean more toward the classics, rather than any adventurous combinations, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
8 Feb. 2025
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Duke was fun-loving and adventurous, always looking for new experiences.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Adhering to this absurd rule requiring a three-quarters supermajority of Democrats in order to act would be foolhardy in the extreme.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2025
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This two-year mission was a foolhardy act of imagination that has utterly changed the music world, one that only Taylor Swift could have envisioned.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
9 Dec. 2024
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Despite the charges against Mangione, some people view him as a heroic figure in the aftermath of his arrest, which gave rise to an outpouring of grievances about insurance companies.—
Jessica Botelho,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Feb. 2025
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Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood are offering free theme park tickets to first responders who tackled the devastating wildfires that destroyed swaths of Pacific Palisades and Altadena to thank them for their heroic efforts.—
Brady MacDonald,
Orange County Register,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Told with elements inspired by Beauty and the Beast, Maura's newest book — featuring a magical princess and the Shadow Emperor — is a daring entry into the hottest new subgenre of romance.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
6 Feb. 2025
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Amid the criticism, there were a couple of voices of support among MAGA Republicans for the president’s daring proposal.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
5 Feb. 2025
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“Temerarious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temerarious. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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