vented 1 of 2

adjective

as in ventilated

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verb

past tense of vent
1
as in unleashed
to find emotional release for vented her anger and then quickly calmed down

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2
as in voiced
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) vented his opinions freely and loudly at town meetings

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3
as in radiated
to throw or give off a clothes dryer venting steam

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Recent Examples of vented
Verb
Sometimes releases are allowed, despite the climate impact of methane, for example when a pressure relief valve is vented on a gas tank as part of maintenance. — Blanca Begert, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026 Many sympathized with the victim, known as Jane Doe, and vented about Cornell’s response. — New York Times, 30 Sep. 2026 The Emmy-winning actress recently vented about her least favorite character. — Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Sep. 2026 The gown was cast in a dark liquorice color, with an A-line silhouette and vented back for ease of movement. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026 Professional dancer Giovanni Pernice has vented his fury at the BBC over its handling of his Strictly Come Dancing exit following a clash with Sherlock star Amanda Abbington. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026 In a laundry area, officials found a 45-gallon barrel stove vented out a window. — Zander Sherman, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2026 Mourinho has vented his frustration with Los Blancos executives too, who have told him that there are no plans to make reinforcements in midfield because the market doesn’t provide worthy options. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vented
  1. ventilated
  2. unleashed
  3. voiced
  4. radiated
  5. released
  6. expressed
  7. cast
  8. stated
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
Definition of ventilated
Verb
  • The storm over the horizon has fully formed and now is about to be unleashed.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Spending two years writing his autobiography, the 2023 bestseller Scattershot, and working on a forthcoming documentary, unleashed a creative wellspring in Bernie Taupin.
    — Melinda Newman, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of unleashed
Verb
  • Hilton has cast himself as an underdog, blaming Democratic rule for high prices and homelessness while promising sweeping tax cuts and lower gas prices; voters also voiced concerns about housing and living costs.
    — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Half the room was firmly against, loyal to their elevated athleisure and silk pants with drawstring waists, a smaller contingent was staunchly pro, and one editor who shall remain unnamed voiced a defense of the travel skirt.
    — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of voiced
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  • Pettersson was assessed a two-minute minor, and the sense of frustration, that overwhelming burden of defeat, radiated from the Canucks centre on his way to the penalty box.
    — Thomas Drance, New York Times, 28 Oct. 2026
  • The 48-year-old lawyer radiated in a mint green top and sparkly jewelry while showing off her new haircut.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of radiated
Verb
  • Doctors also described various nonhormonal options in the new advice released last month by the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists.
    — Laura Ungar, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The identity of the man who died will be released by the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office once next of kin have been notified.
    — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of released
Verb
  • In a farewell message before the verdict, Peña expressed hope his departure would spare Paraguay further harm.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Xavier Becerra and Democratic legislative leaders expressed unity Thursday at the Capitol two days after California’s governor-elect sailed to a blow out Election Day victory.
    — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of expressed
Verb
  • Republicans, however, could take advantage of Newsom’s action and cast him as a soft-on-crime liberal who is out of touch with most Americans, which risks turning away moderate voters.
    — Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026
  • After seven years of development, the next steps are to find a writer-showrunner and possibly attach cast before pitching to platforms next year.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of cast
Verb
  • In the 2018 midterms, 65,029 ballots were returned, Vega stated.
    — Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Blanchard stated he was directed into the other travel lane due to a lane closure.
    — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of stated

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

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