as in vented
open to the free circulation of air
if the barn isn't kept ventilated, the hay can ignite
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as in voiced
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 ventilated
Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 25 Dec. 2025
There was also a 7-inch touchscreen with Porsche’s PCM navigation system sitting above climate controls that included heated and ventilated seats.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
Crews shut the gas line down and ventilated the buildings.
—CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
The foam’s fine-cell structure also provides breathability and moisture control, so the mattress remains well-ventilated even when stored inside the cabinet.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 20 Feb. 2026
The unit neatly conceals up to 20 pairs of shoes while keeping them ventilated and organized, with extra space for purses and other accessories.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, keeping your home ventilated can reduce the spread of common illnesses like the flu.
—Calin Van Paris, Outside, 29 Jan. 2026
Anything that burns fuel needs to be properly ventilated and inspected regularly, and never operate a fuel-burning device inside your home unless it was designed for interior use.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 20 Jan. 2026
Old is new again as two rows with hard buttons operating fan speed, heated and ventilated front seats and temperature.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2026
Keep the room warm, free of condensation, and well ventilated when painting indoors during winter.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Inclusive of a 283-mile range, and 300 horsepower, the Elite model comes standard with dual AWD motors, 21-inch aluminum alloy wheels, and heated and ventilated seats.
—Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 25 Dec. 2025
There was also a 7-inch touchscreen with Porsche’s PCM navigation system sitting above climate controls that included heated and ventilated seats.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
Improve Ventilation Make sure basements and crawl spaces are ventilated properly to prevent moisture buildup.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
Crews shut the gas line down and ventilated the buildings.
—CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
The foam’s fine-cell structure also provides breathability and moisture control, so the mattress remains well-ventilated even when stored inside the cabinet.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 20 Feb. 2026
The unit neatly conceals up to 20 pairs of shoes while keeping them ventilated and organized, with extra space for purses and other accessories.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, keeping your home ventilated can reduce the spread of common illnesses like the flu.
—Calin Van Paris, Outside, 29 Jan. 2026
Anything that burns fuel needs to be properly ventilated and inspected regularly, and never operate a fuel-burning device inside your home unless it was designed for interior use.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 20 Jan. 2026
Old is new again as two rows with hard buttons operating fan speed, heated and ventilated front seats and temperature.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2026
Keep the room warm, free of condensation, and well ventilated when painting indoors during winter.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ventilated
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Bunny cop Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and street fox Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) are unlikely friends and partners who saved the city of Zootopia and have to do it again, with a snake on the loose.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
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Performed by the fictional group HUNTR/X -- voiced by EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami -- the song was also Grammy-nominated for song of the year.—
Shafiq Najib,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Members of the Zoning Commission and residents alike expressed a desire for Oncor to allow an outside entity to perform an independent environmental assessment.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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Josh Coyne, a former City Hall staffer who lives in Point Loma and now works for the Downtown San Diego Partnership, expressed more support.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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This breezy linen-blend matching set solves that problem.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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Opt for an elevated neutral palette A seamless flow is easy and breezy in this outdoor kitchen and dining area by Regan Baker Design, an AD Pro member.—
Megan Johnson,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
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Wolf, a construction worker who lived with his mother and aunt in a run-down apartment complex off Foothill Boulevard, vented in Instagram comments about the city’s handling of the homelessness crisis.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Elsewhere, deeper valances and vented sill covers help to smooth airflow, chrome parts—such as the bumpers and grille—are ceramic-coated, and all lights are upgraded to super-bright LEDs.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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From airy, petite linen bottoms to stretchy yoga pants, the online retailer has no shortage of options for those of us under 5 feet, 4 inches.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2026
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The interior is open and airy, encased in cedar and stone.—
Neda Ulaby,
NPR,
12 Mar. 2026
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When Cipriani first threatened to sue in February, Shell’s attorney at the time, Patricia Glaser, stated that the claims were without merit.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2026
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But, under penalty of perjury, in March 2010 Snyder stated his personal tax debt was uncollectible and instead offered to pay $1,000, prosecutors said.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Examining and reexamining Blume’s work as an adult also gave Oppenheimer a better perspective of her writing style.—
Whitney Friedlander,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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The second half would be as testy as the first half promised, with neither team leading by more than three points until a late 9-0 run from the Falcons gave them a 63-57 edge with 2 minutes remaining.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Ventilated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ventilated. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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