as in connecting
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1
as in transmitting
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
the infected cook unknowingly communicated the disease to hundreds of people
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as in talking
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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as in displaying
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
his voice communicated a certain distrust and wariness
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Recent Examples of communicating
Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
If choosing between communicating a less impressive truth versus a more sparkling illusion, keep it real and build credibility.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026
Homan said local law enforcement officials have been communicating with ICE and allowing the agency to take custody of undocumented immigrants before they are released from jails.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
Some diners would rather eat later but believe restaurants get noisier as the evening goes on, preventing them from hearing their tablemates and communicating with wait staff.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
The official, tasked with communicating for the EU, spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to be named.
—Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Learning that Guthrie’s pacemaker stopped communicating with the phone early on Sunday morning, and that the phone was left in the home, could provide another clue on when she was taken.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026
Their position ignored the Ukrainian perspective on the issue, thus excluding Ukrainians as the affected party from understanding and communicating current and historical narratives.
—Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
Eco effort Sustainability has clearly been considered here—there’s a lack of plastic, and restaurant suppliers are kept local wherever possible—but the hotel could do a better job at communicating its eco credentials to guests.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
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Investigators also identified at least one suspect who was allegedly communicating with an overseas supplier based in China, highlighting the international reach of modern drug trafficking networks.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
If choosing between communicating a less impressive truth versus a more sparkling illusion, keep it real and build credibility.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026
Homan said local law enforcement officials have been communicating with ICE and allowing the agency to take custody of undocumented immigrants before they are released from jails.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
Some diners would rather eat later but believe restaurants get noisier as the evening goes on, preventing them from hearing their tablemates and communicating with wait staff.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
The official, tasked with communicating for the EU, spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to be named.
—Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Learning that Guthrie’s pacemaker stopped communicating with the phone early on Sunday morning, and that the phone was left in the home, could provide another clue on when she was taken.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026
Their position ignored the Ukrainian perspective on the issue, thus excluding Ukrainians as the affected party from understanding and communicating current and historical narratives.
—Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
Eco effort Sustainability has clearly been considered here—there’s a lack of plastic, and restaurant suppliers are kept local wherever possible—but the hotel could do a better job at communicating its eco credentials to guests.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for communicating
Adjective
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So mature, his conviction, his instincts, his fearlessness, and to give something which is so different yet so connecting.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In the defense world, this means covert sensors that can remain buried for years, still transmitting data without giving away their position with a noisy generator.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Feb. 2026
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Magellan's radar mapped Venus by transmitting radio waves toward the planet's surface and measuring how long the signals took to bounce back, allowing scientists to construct detailed surface maps.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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Tenants speaking to the town council Monday said JRK initially directed them to use their renter’s insurance to pay for alternate lodging; the company later agreed to pay those expenses after talking with town officials.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
9 Feb. 2026
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Smith thinks taxpayers should spend more time talking to their tax preparers about next year’s taxes.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
9 Feb. 2026
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Since quilts are beautiful pieces of art, designers have taken to displaying these gorgeous blankets in their home designs.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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On Wednesday, the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office charged the woman with burglary, carrying a loaded firearm in public and displaying a firearm in a threatening manner.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In the past few weeks, as ICE’s presence looms over the city, she’s stayed focused on creating a community space where people can feel safe and connected.—
Anna Moeslein,
Glamour,
7 Feb. 2026
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The steering has a natural, connected feel that's not artificially weighted, but is genuinely communicative.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Feb. 2026
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And since leaving prison in early January, the preacher has wasted no time in spreading his gospel in a tranche of new songs published on his social media platforms.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Advocates and medical experts warn that a highly contagious disease spreading inside a crowded facility housing young children — some already medically vulnerable — poses an acute public-health risk.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The Backstreet Boys are back in the big game and USA TODAY is exclusively revealing the group's new Super Bowl ad with T-Mobile.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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Sunlight seeped in from the edges of the two big windows, revealing details in apricot suede, camel leather, and vermilion lacquer.—
Adam Erace,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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From the pews, those gathered joined musicians, clapping and raising their hands in the air to begin the service.—
Clara Hendrickson,
Freep.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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So Garcia re-joined in tricky circumstances, and with a lot of expectation on his shoulders.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Communicating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communicating. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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