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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
Ethereally beautiful, with platinum hair, Fastvold radiates calm, a complement to Seyfried’s quicksilver curiosity, though both women have about them an inspiring clarity.
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Claire Messud, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026
When a fire begins in a room without ventilation, the heat radiates downward, eventually engulfing all combustible items in its path, causing a flashover, per NFPA.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
The Other Two’s Josh Segarra radiates an irresistible puppy dog energy as Mark, the local sheriff, while Potts is great fun as the salty aunt who sees right through Best’s rigid exterior.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 2 Jan. 2026
First observed in 1825, the meteor shower radiates from an obsolete constellation called Quadrans Muralis—named by a French astronomer in 1795, it was left out of the International Astronomical Union’s list of official constellations in 1922.
—Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 1 Jan. 2026
The space is charming, and the entire team radiates warmth and kindness.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
Today, most of Micanopy’s activity radiates from Cholokka Boulevard.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2025
Radiation fog forms and deepens overnight on calm, clear nights, particularly in areas with little to no wind and near bodies of water, when the ground radiates away heat and cools the air above it to below the dew-point temperature.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2025
Replace your traditional table runner with a DIY magnolia garland that radiates seasonal charm.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2025
Claire Messud, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026
When a fire begins in a room without ventilation, the heat radiates downward, eventually engulfing all combustible items in its path, causing a flashover, per NFPA.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
The Other Two’s Josh Segarra radiates an irresistible puppy dog energy as Mark, the local sheriff, while Potts is great fun as the salty aunt who sees right through Best’s rigid exterior.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 2 Jan. 2026
First observed in 1825, the meteor shower radiates from an obsolete constellation called Quadrans Muralis—named by a French astronomer in 1795, it was left out of the International Astronomical Union’s list of official constellations in 1922.
—Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 1 Jan. 2026
The space is charming, and the entire team radiates warmth and kindness.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
Today, most of Micanopy’s activity radiates from Cholokka Boulevard.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2025
Radiation fog forms and deepens overnight on calm, clear nights, particularly in areas with little to no wind and near bodies of water, when the ground radiates away heat and cools the air above it to below the dew-point temperature.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2025
Replace your traditional table runner with a DIY magnolia garland that radiates seasonal charm.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiates
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Their contention regarding the sale emanates from two of the ports included in the transaction, both of which sit on opposite sides of the Panama Canal.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
15 Dec. 2025
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Analysts say the billowing scent of hot dogs that emanates daily from the warehouse food court is a constant reminder of Costco’s commitment to delivering value at a time when American shoppers are fed up with nosebleed prices and constant scrimping.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
19 Nov. 2025
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In the classroom, Karter shines brightest in science and enjoys hands-on experiments.—
The Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 Nov. 2025
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Countries also need to work on better connecting intermittent renewables — those which work only when the sun shines or the wind blows — with batteries that can store their energy.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Frost automatically determines the length of time the cycle should run and emits a beep when finished.—
Mark Marino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
6 Jan. 2026
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This emits massive amounts of electromagnetic radiation out into space and towards our planet.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Jan. 2026
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The business mogul glows in a golden gown and matching accessories.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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Dusted with snow and adorned with red berries and pine cones, each pre-lit tree glows with 130 warm white lights.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Also, include at least one lamp that casts a soft glow for relaxing or reading.—
Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
4 Jan. 2026
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When this happens, Earth casts two shadows on the moon.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
31 Dec. 2025
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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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That gas feeds the central black hole, which then releases gentle energy—enough to prevent new stars from forming, but not enough to destroy the galaxy.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Take a look at this week’s best new music releases below.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
9 Jan. 2026
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Given that the city’s budget derives roughly three-quarters of its annual revenue from property taxes, that dynamic is shifting more of the city’s tax burden onto homeowners.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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In fact, the word alcohol derives from early distillation methods from the Arabic al-kuhul, a word for an ancient Egyptian dark eyeliner that was made using an early distillation technology in Alexandria.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Jan. 2026
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