as in radiating
to throw or give off
honeysuckle emanating such a sweet scent
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Recent Examples of emanating
The Solntse-Teragerts telescope that the duo mounted outside Zvezda was designed to observe and collect data about strong solar flares emanating from the sun.
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Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 27 May 2026
They're all set up along pathways emanating from the main Edwardian-style house.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Beaded fringe decorated both padded shoulders, with additional tassels emanating from the bodice.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 21 May 2026
This has been going on for years, emanating chiefly from the far right.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Three days later tow workers noticed a foul smell emanating from the car and reported it to the police, who determined that the vehicle was registered to Burke.
—Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026
As if aware that things are about to get confusing for the audience, writer-director Ritchie throws plenty of narration at us early on, emanating from Rachel Wild (Eiza Gonzalez), the sort of ultra-confident lawyer who clearly dresses for success.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 15 May 2026
Around the same time, responding officers saw smoke and flames emanating from the neighboring house, Morgan said.
—Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
An investigation years later concluded that Davis died from head injuries after being hit by an object emanating from a moving vehicle.
—Mark Guarino, ABC News, 13 May 2026
Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 27 May 2026
They're all set up along pathways emanating from the main Edwardian-style house.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Beaded fringe decorated both padded shoulders, with additional tassels emanating from the bodice.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 21 May 2026
This has been going on for years, emanating chiefly from the far right.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Three days later tow workers noticed a foul smell emanating from the car and reported it to the police, who determined that the vehicle was registered to Burke.
—Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026
As if aware that things are about to get confusing for the audience, writer-director Ritchie throws plenty of narration at us early on, emanating from Rachel Wild (Eiza Gonzalez), the sort of ultra-confident lawyer who clearly dresses for success.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 15 May 2026
Around the same time, responding officers saw smoke and flames emanating from the neighboring house, Morgan said.
—Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
An investigation years later concluded that Davis died from head injuries after being hit by an object emanating from a moving vehicle.
—Mark Guarino, ABC News, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emanating
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The galaxy's heart shines brightly in the image, with gleaming rays of light radiating from its center while gas and dust swirls around.—
Chelsea Gohd,
Space.com,
19 May 2026
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However, sharp or radiating pain, numbness, weakness or symptoms that persist beyond 48 to 72 hours should not be dismissed as ordinary soreness.—
Dr. Kęstutis Braziulis,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
Verb
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Last November, the UK's Advertising Standards Authority banned ads from for at home light emitting diode (LED) face masks marketed to consumers.—
Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Roughly 75 percent of marine organisms are bioluminescent, using specialized light-emitting organs called photophores to hunt, mate, and survive in the pitch black.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
26 May 2026
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Given the casting has been highly anticipated, fans have been quick to share their thoughts on who their ideal casting choices are.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2026
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Thoughts will naturally turn to who will play the lead, with casting yet to come.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
28 May 2026
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May was also an accomplished musician and songwriter, releasing several original albums of his own and garnering music placements across TV programs, including American Horror Story, The Sinner, Cold Case and Brothers & Sisters.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
27 May 2026
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This transfer station caught fire a few years ago, smoldering for nearly two weeks and releasing toxic fumes into the air.—
Eleanor Beardsley,
NPR,
27 May 2026
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