Boldly
Boldly adverb - In a fearless manner.
Usage example: she strode boldly into the political fray
Cowardly
Cowardly adjective - Having or showing a shameful lack of courage.
Both words in one sentence
- Cowardly Lion: Brick, of course, taking on the scary parts of challenges boldly and being clearly horrified at the prospect each time.
Source: Fanfic / Total Drama: Some Stars -
Tales from the Crypt: In the episode "Yellow", the cowardly WWI officer who's condemned for deserting his men stands in front of the firing squad, and boldly utters his last words, confident that his C.O.
Source: Oh Crap / Live-Action TV
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