1
as in to emanate
to extend outwards from or as if from a central point
the heat radiating from the fire the spokes of a bicycle wheel radiate from the hub towards the rim
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2
as in to shine
to emit rays of light
fireflies give off their light by means of a chemical reaction that causes their abdomens to radiate
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3
as in to emit
to throw or give off
the sun radiates tiny amounts of energy in the form of microwaves
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Recent Examples of radiate
Black veins radiate out from the center to create a striking contrast against the snowy petals.
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Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2025
There's a slight chance the auroras will radiate on Wednesday, March 26; however, the forecast is only a 3 on the Kp index.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 25 Mar. 2025
Founded in 2012, the brand dives into beachy must-haves that radiate a kind of clean, cool, and classic aesthetic.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 15 Mar. 2025
Inspired by the Year of the Snake, the space radiated charm, with exquisite decor and lighting setting the stage for an evening of indulgence.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
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Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2025
There's a slight chance the auroras will radiate on Wednesday, March 26; however, the forecast is only a 3 on the Kp index.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 25 Mar. 2025
Founded in 2012, the brand dives into beachy must-haves that radiate a kind of clean, cool, and classic aesthetic.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 15 Mar. 2025
Inspired by the Year of the Snake, the space radiated charm, with exquisite decor and lighting setting the stage for an evening of indulgence.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiate
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When the noble Federation craft receives a ripple of subspace transmissions emanating from a world circling a violent flare star, Lt. Spock and Commander Una Chin-Riley head up an official landing party to go investigate.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Trump's legal liabilities emanating from his many legal battles over the past few years remain in limbo as the president continues to fight in court.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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If the first season explored Hawaii, the second season shone a light on Sicily, and the third season doubled as a tour of Thailand, the fourth season will no doubt embed its viewers in another glamorous, intriguing locale.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
7 Apr. 2025
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Varada Sethu shines as the Doctor’s new companion, Belinda Chandra.—
Scott Bryan,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
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Researchers are still trying to investigate why exactly the rig shark emits these sounds.—
Julianna Bragg,
CNN,
25 Mar. 2025
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These very bright devices can emit upwards of 10,000 lux, designed to mimic a sunny day and help with symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD).—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
24 Mar. 2025
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Curtains designed by Rut Bryk glow in the house her husband, Tapio Wirkkala, built for her in their summer retreat in Finnish Lapland.—
Julie Lasky,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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While mothers are expected to radiate happiness after delivery and glow in their new role as a mom, this is unfortunately not always the case.—
Kaitlyn May,
Hartford Courant,
3 Apr. 2025
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In Grand Junction, the new regime cast a fresh eye on the rare fish.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The eight-episode project also has been quietly casting, with relative newcomer Summer H. Howell (Hunter Hunter) in negotiations for the title character, Carrie White, and Siena Agudong (Resident Evil) set as her nemesis, Sue Snell.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Streaming activity fuels almost all of Deep Thoughts’ first week, with 63,000 units deriving from the sector, equaling 85.9 million official on-demand U.S. audio and video streams of the album’s songs.—
Trevor Anderson,
Billboard,
9 Apr. 2025
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This classic name derives from Louis, but was also popularized by Louisa May Alcott.—
Lydia Wang,
Parents,
8 Apr. 2025
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Bless you: Video shows Georgia tree releasing plume of pollen when cut down How many cars were damaged by the fire?—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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Despite reuniting for live performances in recent years, Rage Against the Machine hasn’t released any original studio material since 2000’s Renegades.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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In dueling lawsuits and PR missives, both sides offer scenarios that both overlap and diverge.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
31 Mar. 2025
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Young women and men appear to be diverging politically.—
Stephanie H. Murray,
The Atlantic,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Radiate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiate. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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