1
as in experience
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
our quiet hike turned into quite an adventure when we encountered a bear and her cub
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2
as in venture
a risky undertaking
a bold adventure in deep-sea exploration that could imperil the submarine and its crew
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as in to endanger
to place in danger
adventured all his savings in a very risky investment scheme
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as in to risk
to take a chance on
if I had to adventure a guess, I'd say she's about 35
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Recent Examples of adventure
Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
The title mixes adventure, coming of age, migration and fantasy, La Liga notes.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 12 June 2025
Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 6 May 2025
For beginner to intermediate backpackers, consider a guiding service, such as St. Elias Alpine Guides, to safely adventure through the wilderness.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The family adventure How to Train Your Dragon, starring Gerard Butler, Mason Thames and Nico Parker, is new in theaters.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
The title mixes adventure, coming of age, migration and fantasy, La Liga notes.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 12 June 2025
Verb
In between highlight reels, Bieber was sharing photos of his wife’s Met Gala adventures on his Instagram Stories.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 6 May 2025
For beginner to intermediate backpackers, consider a guiding service, such as St. Elias Alpine Guides, to safely adventure through the wilderness.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adventure
Noun
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Steiner has plenty of experience with drivers under his watch in F1 getting involved in controversial incidents.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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Heather has over four decades of dance experience across many disciplines including jazz, ballet, modern, ballroom, country partner, and line dancing with a B.A. in modern dance choreography from UCLA.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2025
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At times, the president’s lucrative exploits in private sector ventures have appeared to be wedded to political initiatives, such as his involvement in the crypto industry.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
21 June 2025
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The venture passed onto Anderson’s father, Bob, in 1977.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
Verb
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These strikes were precise and limited—aimed not at the Iranian people, but at the violent ideology that endangers them too.—
Dan Perry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
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Only in the contiguous United States did citizens require high-budget movies to understand the chain of events by which the war might endanger their homes.—
Daniel Immerwahr,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
Verb
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Conversely, adding capacity without aligning inventory policies risks idle assets or ongoing shortages.—
Dileep Rai,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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In using force against his own citizens, the leader risks alienating supporters and activating resistance. June 11, 2025 What happens next in Los Angeles between the military and protesters — which group is perceived as the aggressors — may likely determine what happens next in our democracy.—
Anita Chabria,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2025
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The number Ferrari chose for the debut is 51, which was the number of the winning Ferrari in 2023, when the marque won Le Mans for the first time in almost 60 years.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
16 June 2025
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The project will be made with the full participation of Iglesias in the creative process for the first time.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
16 June 2025
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Of course, that’s part of the gamble that comes with such a move.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 June 2025
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Despite the issues and doubts this new tournament may raise, FIFA’s gamble is undeniably big and attractive.—
Esteban Campanela,
CNN Money,
14 June 2025
Verb
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2025
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And these messages threaten the peace of mind of thousands of Minnesotans who face the uncertainty of whether these messages are authentic.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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And Princess Beatrice’s newest public appearance only added to that speculation.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
21 June 2025
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For Now Despite speculation regarding BP being a potential M&A target, a takeover seems improbable.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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“Adventure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adventure. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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