EMISSION Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

emission

noun

Definition of emission

as in flow

a flowing or going out The government is considering some new measures to limit vehicle emissions.

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Recent Examples of emission The future of the midsize pickup truck has been in flux amid reports that there could be a production pause coming due to the vehicle not meeting California emissions regulations. — Michael Wayland, CNBC, 23 July 2026 The use of solar power and LNG engines also shows the shipping industry’s wider push to cut emissions while still carrying large amounts of cargo. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 2026 The propulsion system also includes generators and a battery pack to help increase efficiency and curb emissions. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 22 July 2026 Its vast, diffuse radio emissions are created by particles called electrons racing at near-light, or relativistic, speeds and interacting with magnetic fields of galaxies in the cluster. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for emission

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Noun

Before then, a creek naturally allowed the flow of surface water down Television Road, court documents say.

— Zuri Primos July 27, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026
The long walk through the woods was followed by a circle meeting on the beach bathed in a spectacular orange-flow sunset, where people shared memories of Seman.

— Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026

Definition of flow

Noun

Symptoms can include a lump in the armpit, dimpled skin on the chest, red or flaky skin near the nipple, pain or tenderness on the chest or armpit, clear or bloody nipple discharge and an inverted nipple, per the Cleveland Clinic.

— Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
At the same time, officers were conducting an investigatory stop for a firearm, when a struggle with a suspect ensued and the suspect’s weapon discharge.

— Deanese Williams-Harris, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026

Definition of discharge

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The Premier League will stage opening-weekend watch parties across North America for all 20 top-flight clubs.

— Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 24 July 2026
In the meantime, Velasquez’s attorneys argue that the 42-year-old is not a flight risk and has no criminal record.

— Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

Definition of flight

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Positive for rupee Equity outflows, coupled with a rising import bill due to higher global oil prices, have pressured government finances and the rupee.

— Priyanka Salve,Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 16 July 2026
In 2023, top earners accounted for roughly 70% of total income outflow.

— Boston Herald editorial staff, Boston Herald, 15 July 2026

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