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 America’s penny press transformed journalism in the 1830s, using hoaxes, sensationalism, and mass circulation to create a blueprint for modern media. — Big Think, 4 Aug. 2026 The investigation documented the later circulation of maps, swimming routes, transportation information and suggested departure points as tens of thousands of people began moving toward the border. — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Marketing material for the serum asserts that mineral-rich comfrey bolsters bones, tendons and ligaments and noni stimulates circulation and supports detoxification. — Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026 Made from a lightweight linen-blend material, this breezy dress allows for optimal air circulation. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for circulation

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Noun

In the playoffs, when more off-days allow for shorter rotations, Warren and Weathers could both be options out of the bullpen, as could Clake Schmidt, who is nearing a return from last summer’s Tommy John surgery.

— Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
After the first-place Braves failed to pick up a top-line starting pitcher ahead of the trade deadline, Elder and Grant Holmes made strong cases for the rotation Atlanta already has.

— CBS News, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of rotation

Noun

Now, after entering Europe in 2023 with a London store, the brand has its sights on further international expansion, in brand awareness and distribution, with Europe first in line.

— Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026
Results like this are only possible when our creators and studio have the confidence to find new dimensions with iconic IP through bold creative choices, world-class marketing and distribution, and outstanding execution.

— Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of distribution

Noun

Smythson’s backgammon set swaps the traditional bulky case for a slim roll made from the British brand’s signature cross-grain calf leather.

— Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2026
The designers get one hour to experiment with dyeing the paper towels, which are presented to them in yard-wide uncut rolls.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of roll

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Pearsall, a 59-year-old Long Beach resident, is also facing a criminal case with five felony counts of eavesdropping and more than two dozen misdemeanor counts of secretly filming or unlawful dissemination of private recordings.

— Sean Emery, Oc Register, 6 Aug. 2026
Kevin Pearsall, 59, of Long Beach, faces five felony counts of eavesdropping, 23 misdemeanor counts of secretly filming another and three misdemeanor counts of unlawful dissemination of private recordings.

— Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of dissemination

Noun

Ford has sold out its Maverick production run for multiple years in a row, accordingly, Drury said.

— Michael Ballaban, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
Over in the post-production room, one of the clearest examples of that evolving creative process came in during the edits and music supervision, where even individual sequences were still finding their identity as the show came together.

— Deadline, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of production

Noun

In Aleppo, which is 220 miles northwest of Damascus, a kind man sitting next to me at dinner casually recounted how he and his wife—both were jailed for opposing Assad during the revolution—had survived.

— Lina Sergie Attar, Time, 6 Aug. 2026
Most of us aren’t looking to enact a wholesale job title revolution, but Deloitte’s pivot raises some practical implications for leaders.

— Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of revolution

Noun

Former players and coaches, the ones McElligott worked with directly through his 25-plus years in broadcasting in the NHL and in the minor leagues, made their feelings known.

— Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Carillo is a former professional tennis player turned broadcasting pioneer known for storytelling and advocacy for the game.

— Mya Copeland, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of broadcasting

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