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
Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026
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
Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Keep your bedroom cool, quiet, well-ventilated, and dark at night.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Available ventilated second row seats.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 31 Mar. 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 Mar. 2026
Other features include heated and ventilated front and second-row seats, power-folding third-row seats, sunshades for second- and third-row windows, plenty of USB ports, tri-zone climate control, and a 10-inch center screen large enough to watch an IMAX 3D movie.
—Jesus R. Garcia, Houston Chronicle, 15 Mar. 2026
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
Adjective
The Lincoln Aviator is a luxury SUV due to its potent twin turbo V6 engine with intelligent AWD, and a cabin featuring premium leather heated and ventilated seats, a panoramic vista roof, and a Revel audio system.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026
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
Unlike traditional clogs, or even Crocs, which serve a similar purpose, these clogs’ ventilated upper is more discreet with smaller holes — a trait that more understated, casual dressers will love.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Keep your bedroom cool, quiet, well-ventilated, and dark at night.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Available ventilated second row seats.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 31 Mar. 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 Mar. 2026
Other features include heated and ventilated front and second-row seats, power-folding third-row seats, sunshades for second- and third-row windows, plenty of USB ports, tri-zone climate control, and a 10-inch center screen large enough to watch an IMAX 3D movie.
—Jesus R. Garcia, Houston Chronicle, 15 Mar. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ventilated
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For over an hour ahead of Tuesday's vote, residents voiced their concerns about Flock Safety, a company used by many cities across the country that some are now parting ways with over data-sharing concerns.—
Carmela Karcher,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Starmer, at a 10 Downing Street press conference on Wednesday, voiced his belief that the country’s future lies with continental Europe rather than the mercurial United States.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Apr. 2026
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Anxiety over rising gas prices has already hammered consumer sentiment, which slid to a three-month low in March as Americans expressed concerns about the economy, according to the University of Michigan’s monthly survey.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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His teammate, Kevin Kisner, expressed concern for Woods following his arrest as well.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Duchess opted for another look from the designer on day three of her and Prince Harry's visit to Colombia, this time selecting an easy-breezy matching top and skirt.—
Katherine J Igoe,
InStyle,
3 Apr. 2026
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The breezy conditions will continue to keep a high rip current risk in place for the Atlantic coast today and will most likely continue heading into the weekend.—
Shane Hinton,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Solids are stored and brought back to Earth with the crew, and liquids are vented into space daily.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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There was no plumbing backup, of course — there is no actual plumbing on the Orion spacecraft, as urine is vented out into space and fecal matter is collected for later disposal.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2026
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The life of the rural region is framed in airy and luminous wide-screen images that recur with a lyrical vision of vast arcs of time amid dramatic social change.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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Snag the airy pick in nine shades, including this versatile khaki option.—
Isabel Bekele,
InStyle,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Jose Guadalupe Ramos-Solano, a 52-year-old father and Los Angeles resident, died Wednesday, March 25 after being found unconscious and unresponsive inside the Adelanto ICE Processing Center, ICE officials stated in a news release.—
Ryanne Mena,
Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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One of the five prongs stated that the advice had to be regular, or ongoing.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Acuña’s legs contributed to Vargas’ sixth RBI, which gave the Sox a 9-3 lead.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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The news didn't impact Chicago early, as an uncontested one-handed slam by Matas Buzelis gave the Bulls an early 5-2 lead and led to an angry timeout by Spurs coach Mitch Johnson 71 seconds into the game.—
CBS Chicago Team,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Ventilated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ventilated. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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