1
as in to transmit
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
the infected cook unknowingly communicated the disease to hundreds of people
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2
as in to talk
to engage in an exchange of information or ideas
for decades the two medical centers have been communicating about cancer research
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3
as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
his voice communicated a certain distrust and wariness
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Recent Examples of communicate
But that doesn’t mean that AI will properly communicate the information, especially when used across different scenarios with varied text.
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ArsTechnica, 25 Sep. 2025
Prior to publication, however, Sportico communicated with both Marks and an Elevate spokesperson to address whether UCLA and Penn State were the two universities in question.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Louisville Metro Emergency Services has launched a new tool that will let 911 callers communicate with call takers through video.
—Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
The boy has been able to communicate through writing after an initial round of surgeries and immediately asked about his family, friends, classmates, teachers and Silverstone.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
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ArsTechnica, 25 Sep. 2025
Prior to publication, however, Sportico communicated with both Marks and an Elevate spokesperson to address whether UCLA and Penn State were the two universities in question.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Louisville Metro Emergency Services has launched a new tool that will let 911 callers communicate with call takers through video.
—Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
The boy has been able to communicate through writing after an initial round of surgeries and immediately asked about his family, friends, classmates, teachers and Silverstone.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for communicate
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The system operates in low Earth orbit, where thousands of small satellites form a network to transmit internet signals to users on the ground.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Dutch Bros said all orders would be taken in person either at the window or through a runner, who carries a handheld device to transmit orders to the kitchen, according to the proposal.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 2025
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The working group held 10 meetings between July and September, and talked to various entities affected or interested.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Home in a comfy chair, holding baby Zakaria, who’s nursing while Mayniel talks.—
Anna Gaca,
Pitchfork,
1 Oct. 2025
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Multiple neighbors either called the police or yelled at the attacker to get away from the girl, court documents reveal.—
Noe Padilla,
IndyStar,
29 Sep. 2025
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The 2025 State of the World’s Girls report by global NGO Plan International reveals how these relationships leave girls vulnerable for the rest of their lives.—
Carlotta Dotto,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement That has helped save tens of millions of lives, contributed to a reduction by half of mortality rates of children under five, put developing countries on a better economic trajectory, and substantially reduced the chances that infectious diseases emerge and spread.—
Dr. Seth Berkley,
Time,
26 Sep. 2025
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Even minor sparks or drifting embers can incite nearby foliage or grass, setting off a rapidly spreading fire.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Pedestrians walk past a Nike store featuring a modern design and mannequins displaying winter apparel on December 5, 2024, in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2025
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The mysterious laser weapon was displayed at China’s Victory Day parade in Beijing in September, and since then, speculations have been rife over its capabilities.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Sep. 2025
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Morris asked that his attorneys convey his sincere apologies to Clemishire and his thanks to those who have supported and forgiven him.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Oct. 2025
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Lines are curved and warm wood surfaces convey intimacy.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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From that moment, McGuire began brainstorming ways to make the announcement to Rose truly special.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
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Fans are already brainstorming twists.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Sep. 2025
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Pastor Timothy Hicks of Christian Love Faith Center in Flint attended the vigil to show support and come together with other Christians.—
Tess Ware,
Freep.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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In fact, the team has shown plenty of grit through four games thus far.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Communicate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communicate. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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