dare
verb (used without object)
to have the necessary courage or boldness for something; be bold enough.
will dare
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future tenseof dare.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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“While this renders the truce even more fragile than before, we still doubt that either party will dare to let the full-blown war resume,” the rates strategist says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 13, 2026
“Soon, we’ll reach a defense capacity that no one will dare challenge. … If you’re not strong politically, socially, economically and militarily, you lack deterrence, and you’re vulnerable,” Erdogan said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 20, 2025
How many Russians will dare to buy it, even in electronic form, is unclear - and how much impact it could have remains questionable.
From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2024
The Beavers average 206 rushing yards per game and will dare Cal’s stout run defense to slow tailback Damien Martinez on first down.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 4, 2023
“A big brute like this, he’s worth three times as much. What a bodyguard he will make! No enemy will dare molest you!”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
