as in to drip
to flow forth slowly through small openings
water percolating through the coffee filter
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Recent Examples of percolate
Since February, however, concerns about some of the measures have percolated up, much of it from influential law enforcement lobbying organizations who worry about effects on their own hiring and operations, and business groups worried about efforts to restrict federal contracts.
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Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026
The distributor plans a moderate national expansion to about 375 screens (exact number still TBD) next week to let world of mouth percolate for the popular TIFF-premiering heist thriller by Daniel Roher about a piano tuner (up-and-comer Leo Woodall) who strays into safecracking.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 24 May 2026
An idea that had been percolating in my mind throughout the week—as gowns got larger and jewelry sparklier, yet not necessarily more compelling—came into sharp focus when the amfAR Gala took place Thursday evening.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 23 May 2026
Acknowledging the fans Headlines surrounding fan protests at Inter Miami over the lack of acknowledgment or appreciation from players have percolated around the league this week.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
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Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026
The distributor plans a moderate national expansion to about 375 screens (exact number still TBD) next week to let world of mouth percolate for the popular TIFF-premiering heist thriller by Daniel Roher about a piano tuner (up-and-comer Leo Woodall) who strays into safecracking.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 24 May 2026
An idea that had been percolating in my mind throughout the week—as gowns got larger and jewelry sparklier, yet not necessarily more compelling—came into sharp focus when the amfAR Gala took place Thursday evening.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 23 May 2026
Acknowledging the fans Headlines surrounding fan protests at Inter Miami over the lack of acknowledgment or appreciation from players have percolated around the league this week.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for percolate
Verb
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In February, Dayton shared a video of herself flipping her hair back, causing liquid to drip from her nose.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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Wipe the paint brush on the edge of the rubber band to remove excess paint, which will drip into the can below.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026
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Firefighters could be seen venting the roof of the building as smoke seeped out.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2026
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Politics is seeping into the event in other ways, too.—
Andre Mouchard,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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California air regulators approved a sweeping update of the state’s cap-and-invest program, tightening the pollution cap while reshaping how billions in climate dollars flow through communities and industry.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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As those creative juices start flowing, the superstar comedian realizes her illness might be fertile ground for a new special.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
29 May 2026
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Seismic images of mid-ocean ridges typically show rough and jagged terrain, formed when lava oozes up into the cold ocean along faults or fissures and hardens suddenly into stone.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
26 May 2026
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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
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Known as a charismatic executive who exuded warmth and had a sparkle in his eyes, Critchell spent his career building some of the world’s most recognizable luxury brands.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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Sure, long tips wrapped around an icy cocktail glass will always exude summer elegance—but don’t count short nails out.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
4 June 2026
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Essex County is now weeping million-dollar and multi-million-dollar homes.—
Hannah Selinger,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Advocates with Mexican Heritage Plaza, SOMOS Mayfair, and Si Se Puede Collective watched the building burn and wept.—
Kyle Martin,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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The dancers — now unified in formations that softly bleed into one another like clouds — demand attention.—
Steven Vargas,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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How bulk buying is reshaping the grocery aisle Warehouse-club habits are bleeding into the everyday grocery run.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2026
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“Percolate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/percolate. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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