exuded

Definition of exudednext
past tense of exude
as in dripped
to flow forth slowly through small openings a sticky resin exudes from the bark of the tree

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Recent Examples of exuded The Goop founder’s winter-perfect sweater—a $725 piece from her namesake fashion label—exuded a preppy vibe with its pointed collars, slightly boxy silhouette, and open-front V-neck. Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 26 Jan. 2026 Dragon’s blood refers to the vivid red resin exuded by a handful of plant species when their bark, stems or leaves are damaged. Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026 Garavani and Giammetti likewise exuded their own innate glamour, cutting dashing figures at parties in tailored suits and sporting thick, wavy hair elegantly brushed back. Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 19 Jan. 2026 During a roughly one-hour session, Bisciotti exuded confidence and competence. Mike Sando, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2026 With the back strap pushed forward in relaxed mode (versus sport mode when the strap is in back), Jeanty exuded a laidback aura. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026 Here, again, Smith exuded restraint. Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026 Wunmi Mosaku exuded refined sophistication in a clean, structured purple silhouette that showcased her effortless grace. Larry Stansbury, Essence, 10 Dec. 2025 Casting off their usual morbid sheen, the grounds of the cemetery exuded life as my mom was returned to the earth. Literary Hub, 24 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exuded
Verb
  • Johansson super-sized the radiance with her accessories, showing off a pair of dainty silver dangling earrings that dripped with pearls and diamonds.
    Lara Walsh, InStyle, 17 Jan. 2026
  • While Marlon Wayans and Timothy Simons’s wrists practically dripped with gems, George Clooney went simpler, choosing a stainless steel Seamaster Aqua Terra watch with a bright turquoise dial.
    Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2026
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  • Bulbous, faintly erotic objects languished on tables, hung from the ceiling, oozed off the walls.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 Nov. 2025
  • Thick blood oozed from the crown of the man on the ground and slid like blessing oil over his eyes, nose, cheeks and chin.
    Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
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  • The notion that opioids can pass through breast milk in sufficient quantities to kill a child has also seeped into American courtrooms.
    Ben Taub, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Ocon took her 3-year-old daughter to the hospital last summer after tear gas, in the parking area beneath her apartment, seeped up into her unit, compromising both her and her daughter’s airways.
    Graham Hurley, CNN Money, 20 Jan. 2026
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  • Expect some of the money that once flowed to VR headsets to redirect to AI wearables.
    Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2026
  • The look featured a strapless, boned corset that flowed seamlessly into a floor-sweeping silhouette.
    Mecca Pryor, Essence, 11 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Studies with caveats The results with leucovorin, though highly preliminary, percolated through the autism community for more than a decade.
    Jon Hamilton, NPR, 22 Jan. 2026
  • After Tucker made his decision, talks between Bichette and the Mets percolated.
    Will Sammon, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026

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“Exuded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exuded. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

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