1
as in radiating
to throw or give off
nuclei that emit gamma rays
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2
as in uttering
to send forth using the vocal chords
I was so scared I couldn't emit a peep
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Recent Examples of emitting
With its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2060, China is working diligently to move away from fossil fuels toward non-carbon-emitting energy sources.
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Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Rather than emitting a cold, stark light, our ceiling fixture now projects a warm, soft glow.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026
Cook at the highest setting, flipping as needed according to the manufacturer’s instructions, until crisp, golden, airy, and emitting a yeasty aroma, 4 to 5 minutes.
—Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
Nuclear supplies baseload power — and lots of it — without emitting any greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Dec. 2025
New tricks to reflect infrared heat Even in still air, your body sheds heat by emitting invisible waves of heat energy.
—Longji Cui, The Conversation, 26 Dec. 2025
Artist and chef Maya Yadid and her mother, Irit, served a five-generation-old hamin recipe from scalding-hot pots emitting earthy aromas.
—Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025
Summer-grade gasoline is reformulated and requires more additives to keep the fuel from evaporating as easily during the heat and, therefore, from emitting more pollutants into the air.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 17 Dec. 2025
Oil and gas sites, by contrast, were far more intermittent, emitting detectable methane in only about 16% of satellite observations on average.
—Stefanie Waldek, Space.com, 15 Dec. 2025
Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Rather than emitting a cold, stark light, our ceiling fixture now projects a warm, soft glow.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026
Cook at the highest setting, flipping as needed according to the manufacturer’s instructions, until crisp, golden, airy, and emitting a yeasty aroma, 4 to 5 minutes.
—Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
Nuclear supplies baseload power — and lots of it — without emitting any greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Dec. 2025
New tricks to reflect infrared heat Even in still air, your body sheds heat by emitting invisible waves of heat energy.
—Longji Cui, The Conversation, 26 Dec. 2025
Artist and chef Maya Yadid and her mother, Irit, served a five-generation-old hamin recipe from scalding-hot pots emitting earthy aromas.
—Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025
Summer-grade gasoline is reformulated and requires more additives to keep the fuel from evaporating as easily during the heat and, therefore, from emitting more pollutants into the air.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 17 Dec. 2025
Oil and gas sites, by contrast, were far more intermittent, emitting detectable methane in only about 16% of satellite observations on average.
—Stefanie Waldek, Space.com, 15 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emitting
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Some designs add a pattern of reflective material to the outer shell to keep heat from radiating out into the cold air.—
Longji Cui,
The Conversation,
26 Dec. 2025
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Doherty is radiating positive energy.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Dec. 2025
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Warm Up with a Minimalist Coat Black jeans, a chunky knit, and a minimalist black overcoat scream quiet luxury without uttering a single word.—
Samantha Sutton,
InStyle,
4 Jan. 2026
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The plot might not necessarily be the main course here, but that's easy to forgive when the shock factor is this good and Thorton's performance is outrageously hilarious without uttering a word.—
Huntley Woods,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Dec. 2025
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The footage shows neighbors rushing from their homes and gathering outside a house with orange flames emanating from a large bay window.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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In her statement, von der Leyen acknowledged the chorus of concerns emanating from Europe’s agricultural sector.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Minneapolis Federation of Educators said agents deployed tear gas and detained an educator before releasing them.—
Rebecca Santana,
Fortune,
10 Jan. 2026
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Camacho gamely snatched one from the water, showing me its extraordinary teeth before releasing it again.—
Stanley Stewart,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Nearly 30 years after its release, Freaky Friday was remade by Mean Girls director Mark Waters, casting Lindsay Lohan in the role inspired by Foster's, and Jamie Lee Curtis in the role inspired by Harris' character.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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Presented by the Global Chapter of CSA, this award recognizes individuals or organizations internationally who have made a positive impact to the casting profession through innovative and meaningful contributions within the global entertainment industry.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
8 Jan. 2026
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Just hours after issuing a message of solidarity to Minneapolis, Portland Mayor Keith Wilson convened a news conference about a shooting by federal officers in his own city.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
9 Jan. 2026
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The State Department has stopped issuing many visas altogether for the 39 countries listed under the travel ban, save for limited exceptions.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Emitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emitting. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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