CIRCULATION Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

circulation

noun

Definition of circulation

as in rotation

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as in distribution

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Recent Examples of circulation Those events can affect the circulation farther down in the atmosphere, sometimes increasing the chance of Arctic air outbreaks in the midlatitudes. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026 High-sided roasting pans can block the circulation of hot air around the turkey, resulting in less-even browning. — Zoe Denenberg, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026 And, sales seem poised to grow as the company expands circulation for its semi-annual catalog, the investment firm's analyst noted. — Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 21 Sep. 2026 Deep laughter opens up the chest, boosts oxygen intake and stimulates circulation. — Don Riddell, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for circulation

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Noun

And Marcelin, who had worked his way into the linebacker rotation early in his sophomore year, was tied for third on the team with nine tackles through three games.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2026
Summer frocks remain on rotation, made appropriate for the season by thin sweaters and leather boots, while sandals pair with mini skirts and mocknecks.

— Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of rotation

Noun

Media distribution can affect the exposure available to a sponsor.

— Malana VanTyler, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2026
Bonta’s suit had leaned heavily into potential harms to theatrical distribution, and lawyers for the states had been banking on theater executives’ testimony at trial.

— Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of distribution

Noun

Yes, with fully accessible guest rooms, roll-in showers, and pool lifts (more details on their Accessibility Page).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
There’s a passage in the final movement when the full orchestra, reinforced by trumpets, trombones, tuba, and a thunder roll of timpani, clamber up to a teeth-rattling fortissimo.

— Justin Davidson, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of roll

Noun

In any case, there’s something to be said for filmmakers trusting their audience to draw its own conclusions from this period piece and its throughline to information dissemination in the 21st century.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026
The Inffinito Brazilian Film Festival is the largest Brazilian film fest held abroad and a pioneer in the promotion and dissemination of local pics in the international market.

— Marcelo Cajueiro, Variety, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of dissemination

Noun

The conflicting appellate rulings have created a circuit split over the scope of federal preemption and the states’ authority to regulate sports contracts.

— Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2026
Even at the back end of September, in the shadow of heavy-hitters Venice and Toronto, Rebordinos has made this seaside town a can’t-miss stop on the festival circuit.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of circuit

Noun

Barring a cultural revolution, its current students will more or less be running the country from about 2045 to 2070.

— Ben Smith, semafor.com, 21 Sep. 2026
Alongside this, spurred by the digital revolution, Italian culture is shifting away from solitary individualism towards a rekindled sense of community.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of revolution

Noun

The studio will have greater access to capital, enabling it to compete more effectively in TV broadcasting, according to the decision.

— Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026
Five years ago, Buck and Aikman were two of the biggest moves during the 2022 offseason, the most frenzied in NFL broadcasting history.

— Andrew Marchand, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of broadcasting

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