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Overbold

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O`ver`bold´
a.1.Excessively or presumptuously bold; impudent.
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Adj.1.overbold - improperly forward or bold; "don't be fresh with me"; "impertinent of a child to lecture a grownup"; "an impudent boy given to insulting strangers"; "Don't get wise with me!"
sassy, saucy, impudent, impertinent, smart, wise, fresh
forward - used of temperament or behavior; lacking restraint or modesty; "a forward child badly in need of discipline"
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There is likewise due to the public, a civil reprehension of advocates, where there appeareth cunning counsel, gross neglect, slight information, indiscreet pressing, or an overbold defence.
The Essays by Bacon, Sir Francis View in context
Paul says, 'She that's married careth for the things of the world how she may please her husband'; and may happen you'll think me overbold to speak to you about it again, after what you told me o' your mind last Saturday.
Adam Bede by Eliot, George View in context
There was little sleep for man or beast, and the sentries were doubled that there might be enough on duty both to guard against the sudden charge of an overbold, or overhungry lion, and to keep the fire blazing which was an even more effectual barrier against them than the thorny boma.
Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar by Burroughs, Edgar Rice View in context
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