EXUDE Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

exude

verb

ig-ˈzüd

Definition of exude

as in to drip

to flow forth slowly through small openings a sticky resin exudes from the bark of the tree

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Recent Examples of exude The structures, made of raw concrete, exuded an ostentatious form of modesty, emblematic of the town’s character. — Afra Wang, New Yorker, 23 Sep. 2026 These Oxfords exude casual luxury with sneaker-like outsoles as well as a buttery leather finish and fine stitching. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2026 With a grassy roof that peeks above the freeway, the building's signature white, curved exterior exudes an otherworldly aura. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 22 Sep. 2026 Sullivan exudes an air of competence and confidence that leave me encouraged. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exude

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Explore See latest videos, charts and news The rocker, wearing a cap and aviator glasses, was joined with a full band and backing vocalists for a protest song that drips in fury and anger.

— Lars Brandle, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2026
The burger will drip all over your fries, which are included and cut like pickle chips.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of drip

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Brought to life by creative director Roberto Menichetti, the lineup oozes elegant British craftsmanship, bringing Bond’s classic evening look into the modern day.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2026
Carruthers groaned in pain and blood oozed from puncture wounds, DeLiberato said in a news briefing.

— Catherine Sweeney, NPR, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of ooze

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Stanford professor David Larcker, an author of the report, attributes the pullback to the public growing tired of politics seeping into every facet of American life.

— Phil Wahba, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026
The ground level would sink, the water would seep up, and the horses’ hooves would trudge through mud.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of seep

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Talk about layoffs has percolated internally since a September 18 memo by Chief Legal and Global Affairs Officer Horacio Gutierrez.

— Dade Hayes, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026
Such questions and contrasting ideas about her body, identity, and trajectory percolate across the record.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of percolate

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Her muscle Joe keeps bleeding her for more money to find Ethel, who has seemingly disappeared.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026
Of course, the pair of two-bedroom penthouses offer the best of both worlds, each with a 38-foot-long infinity pool that bleeds into the seascape dotted with surfers.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026

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