exudes

verb

present tense third-person singular of exude
as in oozes
to flow forth slowly through small openings a sticky resin exudes from the bark of the tree

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Recent Examples of exudes The movie exudes a startling confidence, at once buoyant and grounded—the kind of assurance that can emerge when a young director’s grasp of the medium, however nascent, is in synch with his feel for his characters and their world. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2026 Ann gets older, growing up to be played by Lucy Halliday, who exudes the same naïve energy in a more worldly body. — Damon Wise, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2026 Librarian Regina Andrews, known for her salons, exudes the dignified air of a beloved host, vividly describing the communal groundswell every young thinker and creative then could sense happening. — Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026 Westview Abbey, the grand mausoleum that looms over the back of the property like a castle on a moor, holds the remains of more than 11,000 souls and exudes an air of eerie stillness. — Jim Auchmutey, AJC.com, 21 Oct. 2026 Style icon Princess Diana was known to tuck her pants into her boots, and the look still exudes a sense of effortlessness, a casual take on equestrian fashion. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026 According to the official character description, Crockett is a powerful businessman and titan of industry who exudes wealth and efficiency. — Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 9 Oct. 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exudes
  1. oozes
  2. drips
  3. seeps
  4. flows
  5. percolates
  6. weeps
Verb
  • 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
  • Unlike the sweet sap that naturally oozes from injuries or insect holes, slime flux may smell foul or fermented.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of oozes
Verb
  • Delicate glass vessels suspended by metal and connected by pipes gather condensation that drips into a pool of fetid water.
    — Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Other new treatments that support guests on their personalised journeys include IV Therapy, with IV drips to enhance health and performance.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of drips
Verb
  • The smoke seeps deep into the meat and lingers on the skin, with a crackly brown surface punchy with cinnamon, allspice, ginger and thyme.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Amenities and experiences Dublin’s literary heritage, inspired by the likes of Oscar Wilde, seeps through the walls of The Wilder Townhouse and is reflected in thoughtful details throughout the entire experience.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of seeps
Verb
  • Given the relatively slow expansion of Europe's domestic tech sector, institutional capital increasingly flows toward US cloud infrastructure and artificial intelligence initiatives.
    — , CNBC, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The practice is rooted in Qi, a life force that flows through 14 meridians in the body, according to UT MD Anderson.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of flows
Verb
  • Mortgage rates will likely remain high as inflation percolates.
    — Ananya Chetia, CNBC, 19 May 2026
  • That, in turn, depends on controlling water flow and pressure as the liquid percolates through the coffee grounds.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
Definition of percolates
Verb
  • Henry makes a cute joke about Arch’s wife; Arch weeps due to the hardships of war.
    — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Swiss skier Melanie Meillard weeps in the arms of her teammate Janine Schmitt after missing a turn on her slalom run Women’s Team Combined Slalom.
    — Staff Photographer, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Definition of weeps

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“Exudes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exudes. Accessed 8 Nov. 2026.

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