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as in emanates
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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as in shines
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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as in emits
to throw or give off
the sun radiates tiny amounts of energy in the form of microwaves
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Recent Examples of radiates
William Brenner radiates an uncompromising kind of confidence, from the shiny top of his balding skull to his professionally polished loafers.
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Lizz Schumer, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024
Many people describe Quinn, who radiates positive energy and has an infectious smile, as the doyenne of LA’s art scene.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 10 Oct. 2024
Lizz Schumer, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024
Many people describe Quinn, who radiates positive energy and has an infectious smile, as the doyenne of LA’s art scene.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 10 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiates
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Every time a monster approaches, James’ radio emits static, eerily alerting the player that a threat draws near.George Yang, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
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The process of making cow leather for your favorite pair of boots causes pollution and emits greenhouse gases, according to the letter.Annasofia Scheve, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Oct. 2024
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The ‘petals’ that make up this feature were inspired by the blue agave plant and casts a dramatic shadow around the bar to integrate light throughout the space.Roger Sands, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Perhaps other cats do the same because the moonlight casts shadows on the walls of their home, Siracusa said.Marina Koren, The Atlantic, 21 Oct. 2024
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The skills required to successfully run a social media company that derives most of its revenues from advertising have essentially no overlap with those needed to run a car company, and certainly nothing in common with those needed to run a company that builds and launches rockets.Gautam Mukunda, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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The similarity derives from China importing Orlan-M suits around 2000 as part of its Shenzhou crewed orbital program.David Szondy, New Atlas, 1 Oct. 2024
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The ingredient releases gradually overnight to restore elasticity, even out the skin tone, and minimize the appearance of wrinkles without irritating the skin.Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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In addition to these core expressions, Johnnie Walker releases limited-edition bottlings and innovations, such as the Johnnie Walker High Rye.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Radiates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiates. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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