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Recent Examples of bold Spiked by David Northall Honey badgers are known for being bold and fearless hunters, pursuing prey that’s many times their size. Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Jan. 2025 With inspiration from Tokyo’s famous modular hotels, the pop-up is divided into district areas with minimalist interiors and bold pops of color. Essence, 10 Jan. 2025 In the Broncos’ case, the decision to admit their mistake and move on from Wilson was bold — the team paid him $39 million this year and Pittsburgh paid him only $1.21 million — and ultimately successful. Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 10 Jan. 2025 Filled with a blend of down and feathers, this ultra-warm coat is a bold option for taking on the dropping temperatures in style, and with a multitude of thoughtful features, it’s guaranteed to become your go-to for traveling. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for bold 
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  • Kylie Kangaroo Kylie is an adventurous kangaroo from Australia.
    Elisa Cinelli, Parents, 16 Jan. 2025
  • At such a young age, there is still massive scope for Reis to improve; from bulking up and becoming sturdier in the shoulder-to-shoulder duels to rediscovering his adventurous distribution at the highest level of the game.
    Thom Harris, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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  • For example, tying the knot on the same weekend as the Super Bowl in the city where the event is taking place may not be wise, as hotel availability will likely be limited and room rates may be much higher than normal.
    Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 19 Jan. 2025
  • Back then, wise Israelis counseled that to remain an occupying power over an understandably angry people was not only morally repugnant, but could erode Israel's own society.
    Max Rodenbeck, TIME, 17 Jan. 2025
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  • The difference in how Andrew carries himself now is noticeable, Caroline said.
    Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Jan. 2025
  • For a movie that looks so remarkably good – from the oppressive, classical set design to the astounding lighting work – Ash's (Rook this time around) uncanny comeback was a noticeable exception.
    Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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  • Reyes has a small crew including his sons, but the threats feel familiar, reminiscent of the 1980s when immigration raids were common on worksites.
    Rachel Uranga, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2025
  • Lesson 1: King rejected narratives of ‘good vs. evil’ This lesson starts with a familiar human emotion: the snub.
    John Blake, CNN, 19 Jan. 2025
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  • Reality television saw another steep decline that has continued now for nine straight quarters.
    Brian Welk, IndieWire, 15 Jan. 2025
  • So while there are several loopholes for users to remain on TikTok, strong disincentives will likely lead to a steep decline in terms of platform experience.
    Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 15 Jan. 2025
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  • The Democratic budget was moved from the House to the Senate, which allowed four courageous Democratic senators who recognized the historic moment for structural budgetary changes.
    Len Fasano, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Joshua Zeman’s documentary chronicles the courageous efforts to save them, first from starvation, then via transport to new homes.
    Dennis Harvey, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
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  • Quick aside: Notre Dame with its gaudy, preposterously shiny gold helmets forfeited the OB’s Best Headgear trophy to Penn State’s plain white helmets, the most daring flair of understatement since Andy Warhol painted a tomato soup can and called it art.
    Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Judy Reyes stars as a nurse whose daughter dies at the age of five, only to be brought back to life by a morgue technician (an unforgettable Marin Ireland) who has been experimenting with a daring new process.
    Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
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  • The big picture: Four of the biggest blazes remained zero percent contained during low relative humidity and high winds that were beginning to weaken on Wednesday evening, though fresh spot fires ignited and a new blaze in the Hollywood Hills prompted fresh mandatory evacuation orders.
    Rebecca Falconer, Axios, 9 Jan. 2025
  • On a year-on-year basis, pork and fresh vegetable prices remain elevated, climbing 12.5%.
    Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025

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“Bold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bold. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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