variants
or geste
as in adventure
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
before packing it all in, he was looking for one grand gest that would serve as a fitting finale for his life
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Super Nintendo World - Brings guests into the fan-favorite video game franchise for adventures with Mario, Princess Peach, and more, like at Universal Studios Hollywood.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
22 May 2025 -
Those calls with Jim Irsay, the longtime Indianapolis Colts owner who died Wednesday at 65, were … an adventure.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Noun
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This is a daily look at the positive happenings in high school sports.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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The high-fiber content of whole-grain breads, on the other hand, not only helps prevent spikes from happening but also provides a host of important nutrients your body needs.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
21 May 2025
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The company is now counting on the experience of Stephen Hemsley, who returned as CEO to steer it through the current crisis.—
Sriparna Roy,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation His years of experience, especially in tag team wrestling and performing distinct characters on a national stage, would provide a rich source of knowledge.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
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“Gest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gest. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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