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 Baggy jeans styled with neckties, turtleneck knits and leather jackets exuded effortless cool. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Feb. 2026 Even in triumph, Sam Darnold exuded empathy. Michael Silver, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026 This week, the 58-year-old actress stepped out in a monochromatic look that exuded spring vibes despite being totally appropriate for the cold weather in New York. Jordan Julian, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026 Rostropovich exuded, in the Kennedy Center aura, the expression of an overwhelmingly triumphant celebration of the end of the Soviet repression. Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026 And while the past tenants of Royal Lodge exuded an elegant lore for the highbrow interests of a viscountess, the Jeffrey Epstein–associated Andrew is shrouded in such scandal that if Royal Lodge had been put on the real estate market, the listing price might have knocked down a few million. Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 29 Jan. 2026 With their high linen content, the sheets exuded no mustiness, only the faint sweet smell of aged paper. Literary Hub, 28 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exuded
Verb
  • Ho’s voice dripped with disappointment at the fact.
    Megan Feringa, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
  • That included expert testimony that blood stains on Ryan's hands suggested Christine Banfield's blood had been dripped onto him from above.
    CBS News, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
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  • Some of the league’s rival stakeholders have made such a push for clarity that speculation about Seattle’s future has oozed into the Super Bowl news cycle.
    Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Courtesy of a steady diet of driving-and-dishing, coupled with picturesque back door cuts, the Red Devils oozed confidence in the first eight minutes.
    Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 21 Jan. 2026
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  • These geological formations are abundant in parts of Iowa that sit on top of the Midcontinent Rift — an event from more than one billion years ago when North America attempted to split apart and large amounts of lava seeped from the earth.
    Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch, 17 Feb. 2026
  • The nickname has even seeped into official coverage of the Olympic Games.
    Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • After a group of male models visited the competitors' apartment upon cycle 2 production relocating to Milan, Italy, for the season's back half, alcohol flowed — and, per Sullivan, so did tensions.
    Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Feb. 2026
  • More than 13,000 tips have flowed into the bureau.
    Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 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 21 Feb. 2026.

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