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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
Olive Nwosu's debut feature radiates a restless, pulsing energy — both through the thrum of Lagos and the courage of its women.
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Teresa Xie, NPR, 20 Feb. 2026
The bright and sweet Buckaroo radiates sincerity.
—David Glickman, Pitchfork, 13 Feb. 2026
The lobby radiates the personality, warmth, and candor of a Swiss bank.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
There are no frills or fancy touches, but a sense of familiarity and open-mindedness radiates throughout.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Scarlet’s final encounter with Claudius radiates with the complicated poignancy expected of real, difficult catharsis.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
Infrared heating works by transferring the heat directly to the food which warms up and re-radiates the heat evenly throughout.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026
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.
—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
Teresa Xie, NPR, 20 Feb. 2026
The bright and sweet Buckaroo radiates sincerity.
—David Glickman, Pitchfork, 13 Feb. 2026
The lobby radiates the personality, warmth, and candor of a Swiss bank.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
There are no frills or fancy touches, but a sense of familiarity and open-mindedness radiates throughout.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Scarlet’s final encounter with Claudius radiates with the complicated poignancy expected of real, difficult catharsis.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
Infrared heating works by transferring the heat directly to the food which warms up and re-radiates the heat evenly throughout.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiates
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Ordinarily, the only chill in figure skating emanates from the ice itself.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Pablo Santiago’s lighting and Aaron Rhyne’s projections lend the production a dreamlike fluidity, ideal for a play that emanates as much from Salieri’s memory as from his unconscious.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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The Gold Lounge is where the service really shines—attentive without hovering, with staff who'll bring plates from the breakfast buffet to your table or top off your coffee without being asked.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Feb. 2026
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Wicker is timeless and now shines in unexpected shapes and spaces like powder rooms and sculptural lighting.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
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Of all fossil fuels, coal emits the most carbon dioxide per unit of energy, and burning it releases deadly pollutants into the air.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
20 Feb. 2026
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Your Roomba emits a chime and flashes its indicator ring or a Wi-Fi symbol.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
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In San Francisco, Chinatown glows with lanterns, pop‑up performances, and bustling markets as the city builds toward its iconic Chinese New Year Parade on March 7 — one of the largest outside Asia.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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Your 5th House of Creativity glows with a Solar Eclipse, inviting playful expression and heartfelt risk that helps love and artistry feel alive again.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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The Earth casts a shadow on the moon's surface, dimming it.—
Cooper Worth,
Des Moines Register,
27 Feb. 2026
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Sallae Mae casts a flirty glance at the sweaty, bearded man who's called out to her the loudest.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 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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In a show of power, the cartel frequently releases images of its members showing off weapons and armored vehicles.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Every weekday, the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer releases the Homestretch — an actionable afternoon update, just in time for the last hour of trading on Wall Street.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2026
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Sopho derives from the Greek word for wisdom, mania from the Greek word for madness.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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Its name derives from bundles of its tough stems, which were used in Europe by butchers to remove meat and fat from wooden chopping blocks.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Radiates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiates. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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