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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
While technically hosted in Santa Clara at Levi's Stadium, the energy of this massive global sporting event radiates throughout the entire Bay Area, making San Francisco the central hub for festivities, parties, and fan experiences.
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Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
At the center of it all, Yerin Ha radiates in a shimmering empire waist gown, silver gloves, and an embellished mask.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
Though the shower radiates from Gemini, its meteors can appear anywhere above you, flashing brilliant colors without lingering trails.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
The same eclectic energy that radiates from vintage photographs of the place is still intact.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2026
But the original radiates a kind of old-time religion; and while the music of Bowie’s version lacks some of that spirit, the words still carry it.
—Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
Susukino is a hub of dining and nightlife that radiates from the iconic Nikka Whiskey sign at its center.
—New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
Moist soil retains heat from the sun better than dry soil and then radiates it upward at night.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 15 Jan. 2026
Ethereally beautiful, with platinum hair, Fastvold radiates calm, a complement to Seyfried’s quicksilver curiosity, though both women have about them an inspiring clarity.
—Claire Messud, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026
Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
At the center of it all, Yerin Ha radiates in a shimmering empire waist gown, silver gloves, and an embellished mask.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
Though the shower radiates from Gemini, its meteors can appear anywhere above you, flashing brilliant colors without lingering trails.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
The same eclectic energy that radiates from vintage photographs of the place is still intact.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2026
But the original radiates a kind of old-time religion; and while the music of Bowie’s version lacks some of that spirit, the words still carry it.
—Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
Susukino is a hub of dining and nightlife that radiates from the iconic Nikka Whiskey sign at its center.
—New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
Moist soil retains heat from the sun better than dry soil and then radiates it upward at night.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 15 Jan. 2026
Ethereally beautiful, with platinum hair, Fastvold radiates calm, a complement to Seyfried’s quicksilver curiosity, though both women have about them an inspiring clarity.
—Claire Messud, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiates
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Alongside frustration, some optimism still emanates from both camps.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Yet the message emanates from the administration in other ways.—
Ali Breland,
The Atlantic,
21 Jan. 2026
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This series shines by showing Black life in an unfiltered way.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
30 Jan. 2026
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Cabernet Sauvignon, however, is where Lake County truly shines.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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During their investigation, Corona Police discovered that the plane’s transponder — a device that, upon receiving a signal, emits a different signal in response — had been manipulated during the flight.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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Both machines fire powerful lasers at molten tin droplets in a vacuum, which create plasma that emits EUV light.—
Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
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The video shared on Instagram shows vehicles parked on the Margaret McDermott Bridge as the countdown at Reunion Tower glows in the background.—
Timia Cobb
Breaking News Reporter,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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To complete the warm golden hues, the automatic movement is topped with a 22-karat gold rotor, which glows through the caseback.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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With its family friction and its outsiders’ view of a fast-growing city in a young, postwar country, Shame and Money casts a piercing, sorrowful gaze at the ground-level effects of globalization.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Jan. 2026
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Now Riley, at age 80, casts for his last great whale.—
Greg Cote
January 30,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 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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Produced by Everything Everywhere All at Once‘s Daniel Kwan and Jonathan Wang, as well as Diane Becker, Shane Boris (Fire of Love), and Ted Tremper, the film will next play at SXSW before Focus Features releases it theatrically on March 27th.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2026
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Beyond the monthly jobs reports, the BLS also releases an array of economic reports, including the consumer price index that covers inflation.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Second, the model derives from Microsoft's Phi series, which the company has optimized for efficiency on consumer hardware.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The company currently derives 89% of total sales from foreign markets.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Radiates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiates. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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