as in to confront
to oppose (something hostile or dangerous) with firmness or courage
completing the survival course is largely a matter of one's willingness to outbrave both the elements and the specter of total isolation
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They were reported for confronting community members at 11 businesses.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025 -
The 79-year-old Oscar winner embraces the challenging role of the Dutton family matriarch alongside co-star Harrison Ford, confronting everything from mountain lions to the harsh realities of frontier life.—
Holly Williams,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2025
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Several Republican lawmakers have faced backlash from constituents in recent days over President Trump's sweeping cuts to the federal government, which have been spearheaded by the Department of Government Efficiency, a task force led by Elon Musk.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2025
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Japan Demolish Australian Defense Before the USA vs Colombia match, Japan faced Australia in the tournament opener, thrashing the Matildas 4-0.—
Manasi Pathak,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Others from Lebanon had spent the night in the stadium, braving the bitter cold to secure a seat for the service.—
Christina Goldbaum,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2025
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The all-time soccer great and Inter Miami star scored in the 55th minute, drawing a loud roar from many of the fans who braved the Children’s Mercy Park elements.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Outbrave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outbrave. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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