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brazen–faced

adjective bra·zen–faced \ˈbrā-z^ən-ˌfāst\

Definition of BRAZEN-FACED

: marked by insolence and bold disrespect <brazen–faced assertions>

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Synonyms: arch, audacious, bold, bold-faced, brash, brassbound, brassy, brazen, brazen-faced, cheeky, cocksure, cocky, fresh, impertinent, impudent, insolent, sassy, saucy, wise

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