Phrase guide

make bold

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To take the liberty; to make free.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • How dare you call my lawyer?

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: dare, presume

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: act, move

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Bulgarian: дръзвам (drǎzvam) — To take the liberty