as in to express
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
a person who tends to ventilate opinions without first thinking them through
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Recent Examples of ventilate
Ensure attics and basements are well-ventilated to avoid moisture buildup.
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026
Make sure the kitchen is well-ventilated before cleaning, and wear gloves to protect your hands from dryness, itchiness, or irritation.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
Providing warm, bright, and well-ventilated conditions can help speed up the drying process.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 12 May 2026
Aside from protective face masks and food packs, officials were told to ensure evacuation centers were adequately ventilated given the sweltering summer heat, Social Welfare Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao said during a news conference.
—ABC News, 4 May 2026
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026
Make sure the kitchen is well-ventilated before cleaning, and wear gloves to protect your hands from dryness, itchiness, or irritation.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
Providing warm, bright, and well-ventilated conditions can help speed up the drying process.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 12 May 2026
Aside from protective face masks and food packs, officials were told to ensure evacuation centers were adequately ventilated given the sweltering summer heat, Social Welfare Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao said during a news conference.
—ABC News, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ventilate
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After 10 days trapped in a cave with four others, the first man brought to safety expressed heartfelt gratitude to his rescuers and his family.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Other countries, including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Egypt also issued statements condemning the attacks and expressing support for Kuwait.—
Kyla Guilfoil,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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Even a middle school student would perceive a stark difference between someone who voices a bogus theory and someone who acts on it.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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After selling what is now known simply as KFC to a group of investors in 1964, Sanders remained the company's public face and spokesman and often voiced concerns about changes to the restaurant's food, according to food publication The Takeout.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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The Washington Nationals used Richard Lovelady, who blew Monday’s series opener, as an opener, followed by veteran Miles Mikolas for a bulk appearance, their most promising combination given their roster construction and arms available.—
Danielle Allentuck,
Washington Post,
3 June 2026
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Further, current macroeconomic risks would call for more hedging, given that consumer sentiment may be pressured in the coming months by persistently higher oil prices, while decline in the savings rate could signal another sign of fragility, Murphy said.—
Justina Lee,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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The decision to launch Allen’s show in Colbert’s time slot on a Friday was surprising, because none of the current crop of late-night programs airs originals regularly on Fridays, meaning the audience does not regularly tune to them in typical numbers.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
29 May 2026
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Stolen Baby, which originally aired on Lifetime in 2023, was true to the major events in the case.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Officials first responded to the GKN Aerospace facility on May 21 after a storage tank containing methyl methacrylate — a toxic chemical used in acrylic-plastics manufacturing — began venting vapors.—
Sean Emery,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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At least one truck driver got out of his vehicle to vent his frustration when some protesters tried to block vehicles driving on the road in front of the detention center.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
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“Ventilate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ventilate. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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