1
as in to emanate
to extend outwards from or as if from a central point
the heat radiating from the fire the spokes of a bicycle wheel radiate from the hub towards the rim
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2
as in to shine
to emit rays of light
fireflies give off their light by means of a chemical reaction that causes their abdomens to radiate
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3
as in to emit
to throw or give off
the sun radiates tiny amounts of energy in the form of microwaves
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Recent Examples of radiate
Black veins radiate out from the center to create a striking contrast against the snowy petals.
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Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2025
There's a slight chance the auroras will radiate on Wednesday, March 26; however, the forecast is only a 3 on the Kp index.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 25 Mar. 2025
Founded in 2012, the brand dives into beachy must-haves that radiate a kind of clean, cool, and classic aesthetic.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 15 Mar. 2025
Inspired by the Year of the Snake, the space radiated charm, with exquisite decor and lighting setting the stage for an evening of indulgence.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
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Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2025
There's a slight chance the auroras will radiate on Wednesday, March 26; however, the forecast is only a 3 on the Kp index.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 25 Mar. 2025
Founded in 2012, the brand dives into beachy must-haves that radiate a kind of clean, cool, and classic aesthetic.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 15 Mar. 2025
Inspired by the Year of the Snake, the space radiated charm, with exquisite decor and lighting setting the stage for an evening of indulgence.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiate
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Pictures of producers setting up in bars, dispensaries, art galleries, and co-working spaces also capture the soul emanating from samplers and the effect this has on repurposed dens.—
Sheldon Pearce,
The New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2025
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The vamp powerhouse onstage who emanates confident joy and the vulnerable woman who questions herself minutes before a performance are two halves of the same coin.—
Edward Segarra,
USA TODAY,
21 Mar. 2025
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Varada Sethu shines as the Doctor’s new companion, Belinda Chandra.—
Scott Bryan,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
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If the first season explored Hawaii, the second season shone a light on Sicily, and the third season doubled as a tour of Thailand, the fourth season will no doubt embed its viewers in another glamorous, intriguing locale.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
7 Apr. 2025
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The great benefit of hydrogen is that it can be used to generate electricity and heat without emitting carbon dioxide.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Mar. 2025
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It’s funded by businesses buying permits to emit greenhouse gases and is horrendously complex.—
George Skelton,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2025
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Over 12,000 glowing Amazon ratings back up the hype.—
Becca Blond,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2025
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Trump’s physical on Friday was conducted at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and his team promised glowing results.—
Haisten Willis,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Apr. 2025
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The eight-episode project also has been quietly casting, with relative newcomer Summer H. Howell (Hunter Hunter) in negotiations for the title character, Carrie White, and Siena Agudong (Resident Evil) set as her nemesis, Sue Snell.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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In Grand Junction, the new regime cast a fresh eye on the rare fish.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Streaming activity fuels almost all of Deep Thoughts’ first week, with 63,000 units deriving from the sector, equaling 85.9 million official on-demand U.S. audio and video streams of the album’s songs.—
Trevor Anderson,
Billboard,
9 Apr. 2025
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Xanthan and guar gum are derived from plants and are typically safe, even beneficial, according to some studies.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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With McCaffrey sharing carries with Stewart as a rookie, the Panthers made the playoffs in 2017 before releasing Stewart a couple of months later.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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The president is not required to release the results of his annual physical exam, according to the Associated Press.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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The skills required to thrive here diverge sharply from those honed in traditional corporate environments.—
Gustaf Lundberg Toresson,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Because the genetic lines of humans and bonobos diverged more than 7 million years ago, the research suggests the roots of complex language go far deeper than had been previously believed.—
Saul Elbein,
The Hill,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Radiate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiate. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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