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as in adventurous
inclined or willing to take risks
a gutsy coach willing to let her team improvise on the court
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as in courageous
feeling or displaying no fear by temperament
they were gutsy enough to attempt a rescue on their own
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Recent Examples of gutsy
Just a complete, gutsy win by the Cavs, who desperately needed one.
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Kelly Iko, New York Times, 10 May 2025
As Renewal Talks With The CW Heat Up Set in the 1970s Southwest, Duster explores the life of a gutsy getaway driver for a growing crime syndicate that goes from dangerous to wildly, stupidly dangerous when a tenacious young agent comes into town hellbent on taking his crime family down.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 May 2025
The biggest takeaway from New York’s gutsy performance in the midwest?
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2025
Working out arrangements in public was a gutsy move, but these are musicians used to dancing on a high wire.
—Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2025
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Kelly Iko, New York Times, 10 May 2025
As Renewal Talks With The CW Heat Up Set in the 1970s Southwest, Duster explores the life of a gutsy getaway driver for a growing crime syndicate that goes from dangerous to wildly, stupidly dangerous when a tenacious young agent comes into town hellbent on taking his crime family down.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 May 2025
The biggest takeaway from New York’s gutsy performance in the midwest?
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2025
Working out arrangements in public was a gutsy move, but these are musicians used to dancing on a high wire.
—Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gutsy
Adjective
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For less adventurous palates, there will be barbecue and funnel cake vendors among about 30.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
27 May 2025
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Her newfound cachet, coupled with her adventurous tastes, brought her to unexpected places.—
Michael Schulman,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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On June 26, Mercury’s debut in Leo inspires us to be more expressive, confident and courageous in our exchanges.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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Sebastian Carmona became the lead plaintiff and was joined by other courageous Salinas Valley farmworkers.—
Ignacio Ornelas Rodriguez,
Mercury News,
30 May 2025
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His career was built around the principles that a great idea can come from anywhere, a box office triumph is meant to be shared by an entire team and our creative choices need to be bold and daring.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
5 June 2025
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The Russian missile attack on Ukraine comes days after Ukraine’s security service launched a series of daring, large-scale drone attacks deep into Russia, striking airfields and hitting 41 Russian military aircrafts.—
Victoria Butenko,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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Naturally, the truth does eventually come out at the reception, but Samantha still puts on a brave face for her friends.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
30 May 2025
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Tielemans has mastered the balance, being brave in wanting the ball whatever the situation or stadium while never willingly giving ground to an opponent.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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His passionate commitment to Christianity led to a compassionate attention to his fellow human beings, as well as a fearless urge to correct wrongdoing.—
Time,
Time,
27 May 2025
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Known for her nuanced performances and fearless role choices, Krieps will share insights into her artistic journey, the challenges of portraying complex characters, and her approach to storytelling across diverse cinematic landscapes.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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When senior Celina Frenz wasn’t dancing through defenders to create pressure, Kocher’s ability to find Meisner darting in from the left wing was the codebreaker against a valiant effort from Timnath.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
20 May 2025
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Panthers in an 0-2 hole in the series Despite a valiant effort once again in the third — putting up 37 shot attempts and 15 scoring chances (including 10 high-danger chances) — the Panthers fell 4-3 to the Maple Leafs and are now 0-2 in the best-of-7 series.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2025
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Now retired, Nouveau Chapeau is helping Charis get back to bolder colors and patterns.—
Emiene Wright,
Charlotte Observer,
6 June 2025
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Running a small business is a bold and courageous endeavor.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Kimmel pushes back, referring to the heroic pilot, Sully Sullenberger, who inspired a Rehearsal episode this season.—
Hershal Pandya,
Vulture,
28 May 2025
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For a complete accounting of the heroic actions of the 24 recipients, please search for President Obama’s Valor 24 Medal of Honor ceremony remarks on the Army website.—
Richard J. Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 May 2025
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“Gutsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gutsy. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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