aired 1 of 2

adjective

as in broadcast

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aired

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verb

past tense of air
as in voiced
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) suggested we air any complaints about the seating arrangements to the person who actually planned the event

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Recent Examples of aired
Verb
Video aired by local news outlets showed a Catholic cathedral collapsing and part of a hotel’s facade falling onto a car in the city of Penonomé, in the central province of Coclé. — Juan Zamorano, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026 The original live-action series aired for four seasons on Nickelodeon from 2000 to 2003. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026 The film spawned several Stargate series – Stargate SG-1, which aired from 1997–2007, spinoff Stargate Atlantis, from 2004-2009 and Stargate Universe from 2009-2011. — Denise Petski, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026 In December 1982, Collins began appearing in one-minute TV commercials that aired in the Chicago area, asking consumers to restore their trust in Tylenol, which was becoming available in new tamper-resistant packaging. — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026 Rizzoli & Isles aired on TNT at a time when cable TV still put out original series. — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2026 Swift to help solve a mystery in a spoof that aired during Hargitay’s debut hosting stint at the 2026 award show. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 8 Oct. 2026 But in the 13 years since Coven aired, much had been lost to time. — Mekita Rivas, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2026 Although nine episodes were filmed, only two aired before A&E yanked the controversial and critically panned series, WXIX reported at the time. — Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aired
  1. broadcast
  2. voiced
  3. publicized
  4. expressed
  5. published
  6. stated
  7. advertised
  8. gave
Adjective
  • Federal prohibition still locks plant-touching brands out of Meta, Google, most broadcast and print channels, and, sometimes, even basic financial plumbing.
    — Peter Su, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • In separate filings, both media outlets raised questions as to the validity of the NFL’s broadcast antitrust exemption, a provision established under the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Definition of broadcast
Verb
  • And, of course, action abounds, culminating in an elaborate climactic battle sequence in which Alexandra’s coyote forces are commanded by the rabidly loyal Maksim, memorably voiced by Tom Waits.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 11 Oct. 2026
  • The story revolves around private eye Raymond Gunn (Rockwell), who is drawn into a case involving murder and a multimedia star named Venus Nova, voiced by Johansson.
    — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of voiced
Adjective
  • These are two of the more publicized stories of his generosity and attachment to Louisville, but 2X says the support Miller has offered the city goes well beyond the Robertson and Tyus families.
    — Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
  • The board of directors then pushed Haney out as CEO amid highly publicized quarreling.
    — Molly Liebergall, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025
Definition of publicized
Verb
  • Shotwell has been the only donor to announce a major stock gift, the Wall Street Journal reported, but Treasury notes show others have expressed interest in similar donations.
    — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Many of them are Philadelphia natives, too, and expressed the spirit of generosity that exists in the city.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of expressed
Adjective
  • That act alone — showing an unedited, pre-published draft to one of its subjects — would get the story immediately withdrawn at most publications of the size and majesty as the one in this play.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2026
Definition of published
Verb
  • Tools like administrative subpoenas and monetary penalties would require DOJ enforcement, the government attorney stated, while the agency launched an early renewal proceeding that included a public comment period.
    — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Guillard's claims continued even after Scofield's lawyers sent her a cease-and-desist order, after Moscow police publicly stated the professor was not a suspect — and even after police arrested Bryan Kohberger in connection with the crimes.
    — Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of stated
Adjective
  • Because accommodations are billed separately, the advertised figure understates the full cost of the stay.
    — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The fine print decides the real value The advertised number rarely tells the full story.
    — Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of advertised
Verb
  • Rocket Lab was supposed to have a satellite on standby to go up and inspect True Anomaly’s spacecraft, ready to launch on short notice once military officials gave the order.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 26 June 2026
  • Additionally, prosecutors allege Rincker gave Alvarez a 12-gauge pump action shotgun, Jamioles said.
    — Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2026
Definition of gave

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“Aired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aired. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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