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as in emanates
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 shines
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 emits
to throw or give off
the sun radiates tiny amounts of energy in the form of microwaves
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Recent Examples of radiates
But while others are outraged on his behalf, and the audience continues to litigate the show’s end, Colbert remains positive and radiates gratitude.
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Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
His palpable belief in fatherhood as a life’s work radiates off the screen.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 15 May 2026
Today, most of Micanopy’s activity radiates from Cholokka Boulevard.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
Pain radiates up her back after sitting for too long.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 10 May 2026
Inner peace radiates from you as the sun harmonizes with Jupiter.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 10 May 2026
The flower, which radiates positivity and joy, encourages Leo to showcase their vivacious personality.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
Naturally then, many guests greet the staff like old friends, and this familial atmosphere radiates out through the casual grace of the hotel staff.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Mosquitoes target spots where heat radiates most, like the head and neck.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
His palpable belief in fatherhood as a life’s work radiates off the screen.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 15 May 2026
Today, most of Micanopy’s activity radiates from Cholokka Boulevard.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
Pain radiates up her back after sitting for too long.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 10 May 2026
Inner peace radiates from you as the sun harmonizes with Jupiter.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 10 May 2026
The flower, which radiates positivity and joy, encourages Leo to showcase their vivacious personality.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
Naturally then, many guests greet the staff like old friends, and this familial atmosphere radiates out through the casual grace of the hotel staff.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Mosquitoes target spots where heat radiates most, like the head and neck.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiates
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The duo even selected the signature scent that emanates within.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 May 2026
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The image posted by the president Sunday night showed Trump wearing a biblical-style robe and laying hands on a bedridden man as light emanates from his fingers — while a soldier, a nurse, a praying woman and a bearded man in a baseball cap all look on admiringly.—
Will Weissert,
Fortune,
13 Apr. 2026
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Rolling into a different NBA city each time, the trio explores the culture of the town, learns about the team that calls it home and shines the spotlight on one of its standout players.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
22 May 2026
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Eva Longoria shimmers and shines in a gorgeous maroon dress with cutouts at the 79th annual Cannes Film Festival on May 19.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
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Nearly all industrial hydrogen is currently produced by stripping it from fossil fuels like coal and natural gas, a process that emits devastating amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
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The balloon emits electrical shocks that help break up the calcium and allow the stent to open wider.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
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Below, sits Altair, while Deneb glows to the left, representing the tail of the great swan in the constellation Cygnus.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
11 May 2026
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It can be used as a nightlight, glows in seven colors and features a selection of soothing soundscapes.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
8 May 2026
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The film casts Courtenay as Norman, the devoted, slightly fey dresser to a declining Shakespearean actor (Finney) touring England during the Blitz.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
19 May 2026
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The finding casts doubt on previous studies that used these tools without accounting for intelligence and suggests depression screening in doctor’s offices may be flawed.—
Simon Makin,
Scientific American,
14 May 2026
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His demise, paired with the disappearance of mobster-type Nicky Caccimelio (Bobby Cannavale), sets the trio on the first phase of their adventures, which inevitably branches into fresh red herrings in customary Only Murders fashion.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
9 Sep. 2025
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Organic waste releases carbon dioxide and accounts for as much as 17% of total methane emissions, according to the EPA.—
Elizabeth MacBride,
CNBC,
19 May 2026
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Russell said that funding will ramp up as county staff releases more funds from Measure W, a sales tax increase approved by voters in 2020 that has raised $800 million.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
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In the United States, more than 40 people are being monitored for the Andes virus, a type of hantavirus, which derives from rodents.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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The Kayak Point name derives from a small area being carved out to launch a potential access point on Salt Creek for kayaks and canoes.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
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“Radiates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiates. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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