He dares to die rather than break his promise.
He is prepared to die rather than break his promise.
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I didn't enjoy the drink but I dared to try it again.
I didn't enjoy the drink but I was ready to try it again.
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Dare (= have enough courage) is used mainly in negative sentences and
questions: 'I wouldn't dare to take the car without permission.' 'She stood
at the edge of the cliff, not daring to look down.'
In affirmative sentences, use be ready l prepared willing: 'Some people "\
are prepared to do anything for money.' 'Despite the threat c- hi- Ii*-
he's ready to testify.'
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