The brushstrokes were bold.

Meaning: This sentence tells us that the marks made by a paintbrush on the painting showed confidence and fearlessness.

Choice of Words: The is a definite article, which means it points out a specific noun. Brushstrokes are the marks made by a paintbrush on a surface. Were is a verb that indicates a state of being. Bold is an adjective that means confident and not afraid.

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