1
as in dripping
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 crawling
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 oozing
And the smooth, green puree oozing out from underneath the tomatoes?
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Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Squeezed juices are oozing out, right?
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Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 June 2026
Each head has its own wiper and pad for the nozzle to sit on, minimizing oozing between swaps.
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Michael Lydick,
PC Magazine,
10 June 2026
Since around 2020, a giant magma chamber has swelled under the Reykjanes Peninsula, the onshore limb of the Reykjanes Ridge, triggering earthquakes and sending lava oozing into the streets.
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Quanta Magazine,
26 May 2026
Despite the heavy circumstances surrounding his character, Harbour shared that the light and relaxation oozing out of his child colleagues made for an unforgettable experience.
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Derek Lawrence,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 May 2026
Customers take their pick among rows of blueberry scones, red velvet cake, Dubai chocolate croissants and treats served with oozing honey combs.
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Aviva Bechky,
Houston Chronicle,
6 May 2026
The year after that, the young Lightning made a surprise run to the Stanley Cup Final after beating a veteran-laden Detroit Red Wings team oozing with championship pedigree in the first round … in seven games.
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Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
3 May 2026
The 6-6 Banks is oozing with talent, but his college production didn’t always match.
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Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Squeezed juices are oozing out, right?
—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 June 2026
Each head has its own wiper and pad for the nozzle to sit on, minimizing oozing between swaps.
—
Michael Lydick,
PC Magazine,
10 June 2026
Since around 2020, a giant magma chamber has swelled under the Reykjanes Peninsula, the onshore limb of the Reykjanes Ridge, triggering earthquakes and sending lava oozing into the streets.
—
Quanta Magazine,
26 May 2026
Despite the heavy circumstances surrounding his character, Harbour shared that the light and relaxation oozing out of his child colleagues made for an unforgettable experience.
—
Derek Lawrence,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 May 2026
Customers take their pick among rows of blueberry scones, red velvet cake, Dubai chocolate croissants and treats served with oozing honey combs.
—
Aviva Bechky,
Houston Chronicle,
6 May 2026
The year after that, the young Lightning made a surprise run to the Stanley Cup Final after beating a veteran-laden Detroit Red Wings team oozing with championship pedigree in the first round … in seven games.
—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
3 May 2026
The 6-6 Banks is oozing with talent, but his college production didn’t always match.
—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oozing
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To prevent that, some operators maintain low oil flow rates, akin to dripping a faucet in freezing cold weather to avoid frozen pipes.
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Endive petals dripping in vinaigrette.
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Add a Physical Barrier Since ticks prefer to hide in grass and other plants and brush, adding a non-plant barrier like wood chips or gravel can stop ticks from ever crawling into your yard.
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The video shows an officer tumbling on the ground, crawling in front of a parked car for cover and ultimately becoming fully prone.
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Nothing about it was science fiction; AI has been seeping into wealth management for years.
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That ensures the polyurea layers adhere to one another and form a solid mass, blocking water from seeping through.
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Yet the latest round of fighting has underscored the group’s resilience, dragging Lebanon into a regional war and drawing the Israeli military back to a familiar southern Lebanon terrain.
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According to the criminal complaint, the boy told police Diggs began choking him before dragging him into the nearby alley.
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Vans noted that the campaign draws inspiration from zine-like punk graphics and the DIY spirit of the capsule, exuding non-conformity and challenging the status quo.
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Victor Wembanyama typically knows exactly what to say, exuding wisdom well beyond his 22 years.
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Best Prime Day Matching Sets for Summer Summer temperatures are already creeping in, serving as a friendly reminder that pants aren’t always a fit for June.
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Humidity starts creeping back up on Thursday.
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Traffic cameras in the area show eastbound traffic flowing.
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At the center of the main floor is a chef’s kitchen outfitted with sleek custom cabinetry and expansive workspace, flowing easily into the living and dining areas.
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The post included a picture of a baby’s feet poking out from a blanket.
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In Labour circles, there is an old joke poking fun at Burnham’s chameleon-like ability to blend into whichever set of ideas is in vogue on the left at that moment in time.
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