brave
adjective
possessing or exhibiting courage or courageous endurance.
have braved
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present perfectof brave.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Some people have braved the high temperatures to tidy up the mess in their houses from the quake and put workplaces back in order.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
Or standing at a farmers’ market where only three tables have braved the wind — and one of them is selling storage onions, steadfast and unapologetic.
From Salon ● Mar. 1, 2026
OTTAWA—Canadians looked to have braved severe winter conditions in parts of the country to hit the stores last month, driving a strong rebound in retail sales to start the new year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 20, 2026
Some Sardinian locals have braved the harsh terrain to join Ms Pittalis on her desperate search to find her son.
From BBC ● Dec. 30, 2024
It was Kim who must have braved any number of intimidating bouncers and hipsters to find Adam.
From "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman
