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
And, in a number of cases, researchers have found evidence that this is happening, with one case of an extremely young star emitting flares seemingly in response to the orbit of its innermost planet.
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John Timmer,
ArsTechnica,
25 June 2026
The cluster was found emitting ultraviolet light in a small but quickly growing galaxy by the Hubble Space Telescope.
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Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
24 June 2026
Cameron Knight The iconic water tower in Florence appears to be undamaged and is no longer emitting water.
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David Ferrara,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
19 June 2026
As the world looks for newer ways to meet it energy demands without emitting carbon, fusion energy seems to be the most likely option.
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Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
However, the material that swirls around the black hole can heat up and glow due to friction and tidal forces, emitting radio waves and X-rays.
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Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
Crewdson points out a phone booth in the background, fitting for Bridgers’ upcoming smartphone-free tour, and the xenon lamp emitting that beam of light.
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Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
15 June 2026
An Alert California camera shows the smoke plume emitting from the Turkey Fire, which was burning near Camanche Reservoir in Calaveras County on June 10, 2026.
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Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
The program, which is now called cap and invest, places an emissions limit on businesses in the state and then allows those companies to buy and sell permits to keep emitting carbon dioxide.
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Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
John Timmer,
ArsTechnica,
25 June 2026
The cluster was found emitting ultraviolet light in a small but quickly growing galaxy by the Hubble Space Telescope.
—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
24 June 2026
Cameron Knight The iconic water tower in Florence appears to be undamaged and is no longer emitting water.
—
David Ferrara,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
19 June 2026
As the world looks for newer ways to meet it energy demands without emitting carbon, fusion energy seems to be the most likely option.
—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
However, the material that swirls around the black hole can heat up and glow due to friction and tidal forces, emitting radio waves and X-rays.
—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
Crewdson points out a phone booth in the background, fitting for Bridgers’ upcoming smartphone-free tour, and the xenon lamp emitting that beam of light.
—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
15 June 2026
An Alert California camera shows the smoke plume emitting from the Turkey Fire, which was burning near Camanche Reservoir in Calaveras County on June 10, 2026.
—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
The program, which is now called cap and invest, places an emissions limit on businesses in the state and then allows those companies to buy and sell permits to keep emitting carbon dioxide.
—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emitting
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That same feel-good factor is radiating in Mexico and Canada, with the three host nations unbeaten after two games each, combining for extremely strong vibes across matches and fan festivals.
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In one engraving from van Deventer’s manual, his arm is shown inserted into an empty uterus almost up to the elbow, the engraver’s close, texturing lines transforming his hand into a radiating light within a cavernous female darkness.
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On the stand, Popov denied uttering any slurs.
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In contrast to crimes such as murder or arson, which can be committed without uttering – or writing – a single word, threats are inherently crimes of language.
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No matter what Bedard or Blackhawks management say in public about contract negotiations, there can be no mistaking the scream of desperation emanating from the Byram acquisition.
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Hard reality soon collided with Brexiteers’ bold promises of immigration controls, trade deals, more money for public services and an end to complex regulations emanating from Brussels.
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Listen to the Obama playlists Barack Obama is known for releasing his songs of the summer playlist each year, and his end-of-year favorites in books, movies and music.
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The news comes as the series heads into its final two episodes of season one, with the finale releasing on July 3.
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Hilton, running on a platform of affordability and lowering taxes, has seized on the sentiment, casting health coverage for immigrants without legal status as deeply unfair and a direct threat to the state’s ability to help citizens.
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Like Vasana Montgomery’s case, also this year, the video was not shared publicly until after her casting announcement.
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Alcantara held the Rangers to one run over 6 2/3 innings while scattering five hits and issuing three walks.
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Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie on Tuesday opened up about a note reportedly sent to the media in February regarding the missing Nancy Guthrie by issuing another plea for answers around her mother’s disappearance.
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“Emitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emitting. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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