brashness
Americannoun
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the quality or condition of being tactless, rash, or offensively bold.
The justice has a streak of brashness, a cheerful warrior who loves sparring with colleagues in both concurrences and dissents.
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the quality or condition of being energetic or highly spirited.
The band isn't perfect, but it has a certain energy and brashness that gives it something above many others.
This single-player game brings high speed and manic action, all with a brashness and sense of humor that similar games tend to lack.
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(used especially of wood) the quality of being brittle.
Old-growth sequoia is known for its brashness and weakness across the grain.
Etymology
Origin of brashness
Example Sentences
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McGuigan calls the brashness part of an "alter ego", suggesting Caroline is playing the part, but also sees a deeper link to the independence she has carved out.
From BBC ● Apr. 5, 2026
That feeling peaked at a 2024 electroclash concert, which showcased a sound that fuses ‘80s synth pop, ‘90s techno and the brashness of punk.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 3, 2026
Such brashness seems at odds with the usually more quiet business of diplomacy.
From Salon ● Aug. 2, 2025
Fury has promised a knockout which will send Usyk into retirement but, by his usual standards, the brashness was generally toned down early in this fight week.
From BBC ● Dec. 20, 2024
True or not, Abramov was becoming more than annoyed by Bobby’s brashness and frequent distemper.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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