LEAKING (OUT) Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

leaking (out)

verb

present participle of leak (out)

as in spreading

to become known the candidate's campaign didn't want his choice of a running mate to leak out before an official announcement was made

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On Monday, the flames had jumped containment lines to stop the fire from spreading.

— Robbie Griffiths, NPR, 4 Aug. 2026
This is another gut check of how far anti-incumbent sentiment is spreading in safely Democratic seats; Smith went on Breaking Points last month to defend himself and accuse Israel critics of being abusive.

— David Weigel, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of spreading

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Adipose tissue converts androgens into estrogen, so rapid fat loss shifts circulating estrogen quickly.

— Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Moderna has begun a Phase 1 clinical trial of an Ebola vaccine set to target the Bundibugyo strain, which is currently circulating in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the pharmaceutical company announced Tuesday.

— Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of circulating

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After coming out of Atlanta really late, getting in in the early morning hours here, rain delay (Thursday) and lost our starter after three innings.

— Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Boston Legacy’s defense has been the backbone of the team’s strong play since coming out of the World Cup break just over a month ago.

— Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of coming out

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Ferrari’s vice chairman will be getting around in more than just a Prancing Horse.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026
Use the bike lanes (or avoid them) San Sebastián’s center is flat, and many locals prefer getting around on bike over car due to parking restrictions.

— Marti Buckley, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of getting around

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