DARING
/ˈdɛəɹɪŋ/
8
Scrabble
10
WWF
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Definition
/ˈdɛəɹɪŋ/
verb
- To have enough courage (to do something).“I wouldn't dare argue with my boss.”
- To defy or challenge (someone to do something)“I dare you (to) kiss that girl.”
- To have enough courage to meet or do something, go somewhere, etc.; to face up to“Will you dare death to reach your goal?”
- To terrify; to daunt.
- To catch (larks) by producing terror through the use of mirrors, scarlet cloth, a hawk, etc., so that they lie still till a net is thrown over them.
verb
- To stare stupidly or vacantly; to gaze as though amazed or terrified.
- To lie or crouch down in fear.
noun
- Boldness.
adjective
- Adventurous, willing to take on or look for risks; overbold.
- Courageous or showing bravery; doughty.
- Racy; sexually provocative.
Source: Wiktionary
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