PROMULGATING Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

promulgating

verb

present participle of promulgate

as in announcing

to make known openly or publicly the encyclical that promulgated the church's position on artificial birth control

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Recent Examples of promulgating Trump, perhaps sensing that promulgating Orwellian lies wouldn’t be easy, given what happened in Minneapolis, didn’t spend his time promoting them. — Peter Wehner, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026

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As Hinojosa gained in the polls this summer, Abbott reversed his position on data centers, announcing a moratorium on new developments and an audit on the use of water and energy.

— Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2026
In her new role, Danielle will help celebrate her aunt's life and accomplishments while offering a personal perspective on the woman behind the music, according to a press release announcing the appointment.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of announcing

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West Point implemented a rule in early 2025 that sought to bar civilian and military professors from publishing papers, speaking at conferences or appearing on podcasts without seeking approval from superiors.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026
These portals dominate the national landscape, publishing listings from most local and regional multiple listing services and enabling buyers to search for places around the corner or across the country.

— Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of publishing

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Trump’s allies have also been urging the President to potentially take drastic measures, including declaring martial law to seize ballots.

— Philip Wang, Time, 28 Oct. 2026
If Taipei refrains from crossing the ultimate red line of declaring formal independence, Beijing appears confident in its long-term strategy of integration.

— Ningrong Liu, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of declaring

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But this particular reality show tries to justify its controversial existence by proclaiming its seriousness with regards to psychology, philosophy, and current events.

— Judy Berman, Time, 21 Oct. 2026
California state legislators also passed a resolution in her honor, proclaiming September 4 as California Wildlife Day.

— Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of proclaiming

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To prepare for the holiday season, retailers are posting more permanent part-time jobs in place of seasonal roles, says Ullrich.

— Itzel Franco, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026
Ahsan Masih was accused of posting blasphemous content to TikTok in 2023, and was sentenced to death the following year.

— Beth Bailey, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026

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