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brazenly

American  
[brey-zuhn-lee] / ˈbreɪ zən li /

adverb

  1. in a shameless, bold, or impudent manner.

    The fishing fleet continues to brazenly and illegally pull Patagonian toothfish out of the ocean within sight of navy patrol boats.

Other Word Forms

  • unbrazenly adverb

Etymology

Origin of brazenly

brazen ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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They’re so wholehearted, so unashamed, so brazenly anti-cool that they’re irresistible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 2025

When Sri Lanka's economy collapsed in 2022, politicians and officials were accused of brazenly stealing the island's assets.

From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025

Yet there may be a silver lining: When governments break norms this brazenly, they often create legal vulnerabilities.

From Salon • Oct. 10, 2025

Careful and calculating actors wouldn’t brazenly break the law and dare authorities to respond.

From Slate • Feb. 3, 2025

“I’m Alaska Young’s brother,” the Colonel announced brazenly.

From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green

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