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verb

past tense of vent
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Recent Examples of vented
Verb
Individuals with a portable air conditioner that has a single hose, which is typically vented out of a window, should use it sparingly. Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 17 July 2026 But if ‘Oumuamua were a traditional comet, its anomalous acceleration should’ve been accompanied by a rocketlike jet of gas and dust vented from ices warmed by the close encounter with our star. Darryl Z. Seligman, Scientific American, 10 July 2026 After the Royals’ three-touchdown defeat last Friday against the White Sox in Chicago — the most lopsided loss in team history — fans vented in response to the team’s social-media accounts. Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026 Turning off the air conditioning or heat and using the heated or vented seats uses less power; driving in Eco mode and using iPedal is even more efficient. Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 Because gas dryers produce emissions, they must be vented to the outdoors. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 June 2026 The wet bath is also vented and designed to be used as a storage space to dry out wet gear. New Atlas, 4 June 2026 Trump vented privately on Monday in a call with Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) about MacDonough’s ruling that could jeopardize $1 billion in White House security funding, including $220 million for his new East Wing ballroom. Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 20 May 2026 Firefighters contained the fire to the attic and vented the roof. Adam Harrington, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vented
Adjective
  • Kia America The X-Line SX’s available heated and ventilated seats, driver memory system, heated steering wheel, panoramic roof and surround-view camera would not have appeared in a mainstream subcompact SUV a few years ago.
    Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Depending on trim and spec, Hyundai also says Ioniq 3 owners will get the option of heated and ventilated seats, a Bose sound system, ambient LED lighting and, bizarrely, cabin materials inspired by 1970s Italian furniture.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Moscow accused Ukraine of targeting civilians, which would constitute a war crime, and unleashed a barrage of aerial strikes on its neighbor.
    Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Seven months ago, Iran unleashed a deadly crackdown on protesters who were demanding an end to the 47-year-old theocratic regime.
    Durrie Bouscaren, NPR, 3 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Two committee Republicans voiced hesitancy on Blanche Two committee Republicans placed conditions on supporting Blanche's pathway to a full Senate vote.
    Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026
  • California governor Gavin Newsom has reportedly voiced concerns about litigation from Bonta and other AGs.
    Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 3 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The extended chords radiated color, but despite the influence of hip-hop and video-game music, the playing felt less mischievous than relentlessly mechanical.
    Rae-Aila Crumble, Pitchfork, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Gomez radiated in another stunning look for a Rare Beginnings campaign video.
    Christina Perrier, InStyle, 28 July 2026
Verb
  • Officials said the man, identified as Farinacci, was released because a cause had not yet been determined, but he was later arrested and charged.
    Morgan Chesky, NBC news, 6 Aug. 2026
  • More than 112,000 absentee ballots had already been returned by the day the poll was released.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Survivors have expressed frustration and criticized the Japanese government's support for nuclear deterrence for being insincere.
    ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
  • On Friday, Zandalasini expressed appreciation that the front office went all in on the current group.
    Marisa Ingemi, Mercury News, 8 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The Republicans also tried to push forward a slimmer voting bill that would require people to show IDs before casting ballots for federal elections.
    Lisa Mascaro, Fortune, 8 Aug. 2026
  • As Heated Rivalry hits the ice for another season with some new teammates, there’s bound to be some opinions about the casting choices for the book series’ beloved characters.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 8 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Officials attempted life-saving measures, but the fire captain ultimately succumbed to her injuries, the release stated.
    Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026
  • But even with the large number of new faces, the KU head coach stated that this year’s group has been playing with improved communication and confidence since the spring, crediting players such as Lathan for taking on a more vocal role.
    Christian Marshall, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026

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“Vented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vented. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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