1
as in unleashes
to find emotional release for
vented her anger and then quickly calmed down
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2
as in voices
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 radiates
to throw or give off
a clothes dryer venting steam
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Verb
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Doll’s action unleashes a cascade of karmic consequences, most of them violent and some perpetrated by him, that culminate in the investigator being set up to take the fall for the killing of a young female tourist and being pursued by bounty hunters sent by that cartel bagman.—
Paula L. Woods,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Dec. 2024 -
The boa uncoils and hisses, the tiger unleashes his roar.—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
13 Dec. 2024
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Instead, progress begins locally and radiates outward.—
Claire Foley,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Jan. 2025
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As the calendar turns its page from 2024 to 2025, the astronomical energy that radiates the cosmos will have a different effect on each of our lives.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
29 Dec. 2024
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Keep an eye out for uncovered electrical outlets and cleaning supplies within kids' reach.—
Ryan Murphy,
The Indianapolis Star,
24 Dec. 2024
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The area filled up with huge surface parking lots, each belonging only to one or two outlets.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
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The year also began with a strong El Niño event, which occurs when the ocean in the Eastern Pacific releases large amounts of heat to the atmosphere, raising global temperatures.—
Lauren Sommer,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
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Humiliated when Iran releases the hostages minutes after Reagan is inaugurated.—
Bradley Tusk,
New York Daily News,
23 Dec. 2024
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The decision, paired with general manager Chris Drury’s open-for-business memo that mentioned Kreider by name, casts doubt over the 33-year-old’s future with the organization.—
Peter Baugh,
The Athletic,
28 Dec. 2024
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But his return nonetheless casts a pall on global climate efforts.—
Justin Worland,
TIME,
26 Dec. 2024
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Ten postgame observations • Crosby’s point-per-game streak is one of the great marks in hockey history.—
Josh Yohe,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Her observations have struck a chord with many, highlighting an evolving educational landscape that some worry could be leaving students unprepared.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The Drift Away emits a soft, loopless stream of white noise and features three light settings to act as a night light for your little one (or yourself).—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
20 Dec. 2024
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Burning gas indoors emits nitrogen dioxide, which is linked to a range of negative health consequences, including respiratory and cardiovascular diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and hypertension.—
Susan Miller,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Dec. 2024
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Sunday gives these coaches one final chance to coax their teams toward strong performances.—
Mike Jones,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
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Creating digital pieces that resonate with your audience gives them a glimpse into your expertise.—
John Hall,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Vents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vents. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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