derring-do Meaning & Definition

  • En [ ˌder.ɪŋˈduː]
  • Us [ ˌder.ɪŋˈduː]

Meaning of derring-do In English

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Examples of derring-do

  • The only possible suspense in such a project would lie in the question: will the performer bring off his feat of derring-do?

  • Those names give a false sense of glamour to inculcate a sense of derring-do and adventure in weak-willed people.

  • That sort of derring-do military enterprise has a valuable role to play in our armed forces.

  • It has been a sporting preparation for wars, a place of derring-do, bridled skills and unbridled spirits, and all without harm intentionally brought on a single human being.

  • A superhero (also known as a super hero) is a fictional character of unprecedented physical prowess dedicated to acts of derring-do in the public interest.

  • People claimed the novel packs derring-do entertainment with a political message.

  • It is fiction that emphasizes glamour, adventure and derring-do.

  • For expectations to be met, there can be no room for risk, derring-do or innovation.

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