1
as in exudes
to flow forth slowly through small openings
maple sap oozed slowly from the cut in the tree and into the bucket
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as in drags
to move slowly
the line more or less oozes past the body lying in state, as mourners are not allowed to pause
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Recent Examples of oozes
Amanda oozes pick-me energy, unable to build self-esteem from within, instead begging for validation through desirability, something that will always be a slippery slope for someone in a monogamous relationship.
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Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
But Flynn also oozes sniveling self-righteousness while hotly defending and petitioning for childhood innocence (amusing hints emerge that the daughter is a somewhat lazy and dim underachiever).
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2026
This town oozes with creative spirit!
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 31 Mar. 2026
Inside, the vibe oozes understated cool in neutral shades of cream made interesting by pops of color and quirky art—a gold toilet sculpture here, a squiggly wall there.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
The suppurating contempt Sheridan feels for the Big Apple oozes its way through much of the series, its condescending pus infecting stunning vistas, swelling musical compositions and at least one award-worthy performance, courtesy of Michelle Pfeiffer.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Davis wore the brand’s Seine 75 Pump, a perfectly opulent style that oozes luxeness thanks to the red velvet upper that’s so yummy, as well as the crystal brooch on the toe bed that screams, well, elegance.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
Burke oozes with pride when sharing stories about the historical restaurant, which sits in the heart of Mount Lookout Square.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Mar. 2026
Melpignano, whose family also owns the award-winning Borgo Egnazia, brings the same warm energy that the Apulian resort is known for, though Castel Badia oozes a decidedly South Tyrolean vibe.
—Jenn Rice, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
But Flynn also oozes sniveling self-righteousness while hotly defending and petitioning for childhood innocence (amusing hints emerge that the daughter is a somewhat lazy and dim underachiever).
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2026
This town oozes with creative spirit!
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 31 Mar. 2026
Inside, the vibe oozes understated cool in neutral shades of cream made interesting by pops of color and quirky art—a gold toilet sculpture here, a squiggly wall there.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
The suppurating contempt Sheridan feels for the Big Apple oozes its way through much of the series, its condescending pus infecting stunning vistas, swelling musical compositions and at least one award-worthy performance, courtesy of Michelle Pfeiffer.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Davis wore the brand’s Seine 75 Pump, a perfectly opulent style that oozes luxeness thanks to the red velvet upper that’s so yummy, as well as the crystal brooch on the toe bed that screams, well, elegance.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
Burke oozes with pride when sharing stories about the historical restaurant, which sits in the heart of Mount Lookout Square.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Mar. 2026
Melpignano, whose family also owns the award-winning Borgo Egnazia, brings the same warm energy that the Apulian resort is known for, though Castel Badia oozes a decidedly South Tyrolean vibe.
—Jenn Rice, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oozes
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Everything about this watch exudes exclusivity through subtle nods to the history of the Daytona.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
14 Apr. 2026
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This British name just exudes a sense of sophistication.—
Lydia Wang,
Parents,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The complexity of the infrastructure drags the numbers down for any profit margin.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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Gourinchas outlined a potential worst-case scenario in which the conflict drags on into 2027.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
14 Apr. 2026
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Love drips off every auto-focus shot.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Mar. 2026
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The result is a warm, bold, addictive fragrance that drips with sensuality and femininity, down to the curves of its signature gold and glass figure-eight amphora.—
Claire Salinda,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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Think about how often your toddler crawls near the dog bed or your kids toss pet toys around the living room.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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In the book, Grace drags Rocky back to his part of the ship, exposing himself to the Eridian environment; in the film, Rocky crawls back while Grace is unconscious.—
Matthew Razak,
Space.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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Water in them collects slowly over years as precipitation seeps in.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Terracotta is very porous, meaning water slowly seeps out of the pot and into the soil, providing consistent moisture to the soil and roots around it.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
12 Apr. 2026
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As the world creeps toward peak travel season, industry leaders are taking notice of the fuel shortages.—
Justin Klawans,
TheWeek,
13 Apr. 2026
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The bottom line Concentration risk often creeps into your portfolio over time.—
Doug Ashburn,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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Fushimi sits atop an aquifer containing over 20 billion tons of soft water that percolates to the surface at several natural springs.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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As Jacksonville wanders into town, talk percolates about Trevor Lawrence regaining his footing, of living up to his first overall pick billing.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
20 Dec. 2025
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Tristan returns home and greets James while Siegfried shuffles the woman out the window.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
12 Jan. 2026
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That is not unique — Major League Baseball’s offseason shuffles along at a deliberate pace, just as the Dodgers historically have liked.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Oozes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oozes. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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