wild
adjective
living in a state of nature; not tamed or domesticated.
wildness
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a word derived from
wild.
Example Sentences
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Adams does not stop for meaning, his early minimalist style causing the words to flow over you whether in somber reflection or the wildness of wild nights that do, indeed, stop for death.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026
They clearly wanted the ratings miracle that Paul’s unvarnished wildness had lent “Mormon Wives.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 21, 2026
How, where and when they lost their wildness and developed close bonds with humans has long puzzled scientists.
From BBC ● Nov. 27, 2025
To some extent, there was a time when such carefree wildness reigned.
From Salon ● Nov. 24, 2025
There was a wildness in her eyes.“I’m one of you now.These men have come to help us. But you need to let us go so they can do that.”
From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner
