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as in emanated
to extend outwards from or as if from a central point
the heat radiating from the fire the spokes of a bicycle wheel radiate from the hub towards the rim
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as in shone
to emit rays of light
fireflies give off their light by means of a chemical reaction that causes their abdomens to radiate
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as in emitted
to throw or give off
the sun radiates tiny amounts of energy in the form of microwaves
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Recent Examples of radiated
Even with my limited knowledge, the mountain radiated a kind of gravity, as though the desert itself were remembering.
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Josh Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
A feeling of relief radiated throughout the Golden State Warriors organization late Wednesday night with the news of Jonathan Kuminga’s trade to the Atlanta Hawks for Kristaps Porzingis.
—Nick Friedell, New York Times, 5 Feb. 2026
Before sunset, cover cold-sensitive plants with frost cloth or sheets to retain heat radiated from the soil.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 15 Jan. 2026
As per usual, Kate Hudson radiated warmth and elegance amid the sea of celebrities at the 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
In fact, kindness radiated out of her.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 10 Jan. 2026
In fact, kindness radiated out of her.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The vessel had patrolled during the same years as the Growler but, in 1961, suffered a reactor incident that radiated its crew.
—Robert Sullivan, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
The excitement Moses radiated served as testament to Rhett Lashlee’s assessment of his roster coming together to finish out the season, even after the disappointment of falling short of a return ACC Championship Game appearance.
—Kyle Kensing, Dallas Morning News, 3 Jan. 2026
Josh Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
A feeling of relief radiated throughout the Golden State Warriors organization late Wednesday night with the news of Jonathan Kuminga’s trade to the Atlanta Hawks for Kristaps Porzingis.
—Nick Friedell, New York Times, 5 Feb. 2026
Before sunset, cover cold-sensitive plants with frost cloth or sheets to retain heat radiated from the soil.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 15 Jan. 2026
As per usual, Kate Hudson radiated warmth and elegance amid the sea of celebrities at the 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
In fact, kindness radiated out of her.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 10 Jan. 2026
In fact, kindness radiated out of her.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The vessel had patrolled during the same years as the Growler but, in 1961, suffered a reactor incident that radiated its crew.
—Robert Sullivan, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
The excitement Moses radiated served as testament to Rhett Lashlee’s assessment of his roster coming together to finish out the season, even after the disappointment of falling short of a return ACC Championship Game appearance.
—Kyle Kensing, Dallas Morning News, 3 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiated
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The lyrics emanated from dramatic words and emotions expressed by owner Terry Pegula, football boss Brandon Beane and new head coach about their heartbroken hero.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2026
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Leibfried was responding to a report of a domestic disturbance in the building and was startled by a loud bang that emanated from the closed door of an apartment.—
Peter Passi,
Twin Cities,
9 Jan. 2026
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Her illness has shined a spotlight on her friendships.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
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St John’s Prep boys and Lexington girls shone brightest at The Track at New Balance on Saturday afternoon with each claiming a Div.—
Hannah Hughes,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
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Injection wells are supposed to be built in a way that only allows wastewater to be emitted deep in the earth.—
Nick Bowlin,
The Frontier,
16 Feb. 2026
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In the field, Harry Truman’s Approval Rating whinnied and tossed its head, and Richard Nixon’s Approval Rating flopped on one side and emitted a horrible gurgle.—
Alexandra Petri,
The Atlantic,
13 Feb. 2026
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Novel staining technique Zankowski’s team used traceable silver and bromine markers to tag cellulose- and latex-derived binders in anodes.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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Madecassoside, a key compound derived from cica, helps reduce irritation as breakouts heal.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
15 Feb. 2026
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The actress, also sharing the laughter, glowed in a sleeveless black dress layered with necklaces and bracelets, leaning in with a warm smile — the vibe appeared to be relaxed, romantic and very much coupled up.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
12 Feb. 2026
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The festivities began with a tea reception at the Hotel Chelsea, where the storied hallways glowed with lamplight.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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Many cast from Season 1 have returned, and some new faces have joined for Season 2, like John Noble, Luke Kirby and Judy Greer, who play members of the notorious Campano family mentioned last season.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
20 Feb. 2026
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At age 10, he was cast as Dudley Dursley in the Harry Potter movies.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
20 Feb. 2026
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After a group of male models visited the competitors' apartment upon cycle 2 production relocating to Milan, Italy, for the season's back half, alcohol flowed — and, per Sullivan, so did tensions.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Feb. 2026
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More than 13,000 tips have flowed into the bureau.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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The researchers created the virtual animals and released them into a synthetic world, giving them tasks on how to navigate, avoid obstacles and find food.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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Minnesota is currently the only team among the top seven of the Big Ten not to be nationally ranked, though that situation may change when Monday’s latest Associated Press poll is released — the Gophers fell two votes shy in last week’s Top 25 polling.—
Staff Report,
Twin Cities,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Radiated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiated. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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