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as in radiates
to throw or give off
nuclei that emit gamma rays
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as in utters
to send forth using the vocal chords
I was so scared I couldn't emit a peep
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Recent Examples of emits
Every time a monster approaches, James’ radio emits static, eerily alerting the player that a threat draws near.
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George Yang, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
The process of making cow leather for your favorite pair of boots causes pollution and emits greenhouse gases, according to the letter.
—Annasofia Scheve, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Oct. 2024
Panama is carbon-negative because its rainforests absorb more CO2 than its economy emits.
—Ken Silverstein, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Europe emits less than half of the CO2 emissions per capita as the US, has a much lower rate of income inequality and a smaller population below the poverty line, and a higher life expectancy than the US.
—Bryan Penprase, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
George Yang, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
The process of making cow leather for your favorite pair of boots causes pollution and emits greenhouse gases, according to the letter.
—Annasofia Scheve, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Oct. 2024
Panama is carbon-negative because its rainforests absorb more CO2 than its economy emits.
—Ken Silverstein, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Europe emits less than half of the CO2 emissions per capita as the US, has a much lower rate of income inequality and a smaller population below the poverty line, and a higher life expectancy than the US.
—Bryan Penprase, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emits
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William Brenner radiates an uncompromising kind of confidence, from the shiny top of his balding skull to his professionally polished loafers.Lizz Schumer, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024
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Many people describe Quinn, who radiates positive energy and has an infectious smile, as the doyenne of LA’s art scene.Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 10 Oct. 2024
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The ‘petals’ that make up this feature were inspired by the blue agave plant and casts a dramatic shadow around the bar to integrate light throughout the space.Roger Sands, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Perhaps other cats do the same because the moonlight casts shadows on the walls of their home, Siracusa said.Marina Koren, The Atlantic, 21 Oct. 2024
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The ingredient releases gradually overnight to restore elasticity, even out the skin tone, and minimize the appearance of wrinkles without irritating the skin.Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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In addition to these core expressions, Johnnie Walker releases limited-edition bottlings and innovations, such as the Johnnie Walker High Rye.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Emits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emits. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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