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as in to radiate
to throw or give off
nuclei that emit gamma rays
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Recent Examples of emit
What's more, this door alarm features three sensitivity levels and emits a loud, shrill sound that will instantly scare an intruder away.
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Stephanie Gray, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
The designer recalls a client who questioned the proposition of a sculptural light fixture that technically did not emit any light.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 11 Jan. 2026
Archival added that rescue efforts had been hampered by the fact that any sparks created by digging machinery could ignite methane gas emitted by the landfill, per the outlet.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The outer layer of the capsule is made from gelatin coated with a layer of cellulose and either molybdenum or tungsten, which blocks any RF signal from being emitted.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
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As per usual, Kate Hudson radiated warmth and elegance amid the sea of celebrities at the 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards.—
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Disabled after a childhood accident, Belle spent most of her time indoors, radiating a sadness that even at the age of 4 made Gilberg worry for her safety.—
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It's been over 30 years since McConaughey, 56, first uttered the iconic phrase on screen as David Wooderson in 1993's cult classic Dazed and Confused.—
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In the night’s opening monologue, Glaser alluded to the Epstein files without actually uttering Jeffrey Epstein’s name.—
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When the pandemic happened, the only way to access live performance was if it was recorded and cast widely.—
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Nearly 30 years after its release, Freaky Friday was remade by Mean Girls director Mark Waters, casting Lindsay Lohan in the role inspired by Foster's, and Jamie Lee Curtis in the role inspired by Harris' character.—
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His pride in his teammates was emanating from his ear-to-ear smile.—
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The show will emanate from iHeart studios in South Florida and be heard on more than 250 stations around the country.—
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Yet again, Netflix has released a Harlan Coben adaptation on New Year’s Day—and again it’s written by Danny Brocklehurst (Fool Me Once).—
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The sateen weave strikes the perfect balance for fall—breathable enough to release pesky heat and moisture, yet cozy and smooth enough to snuggle into on cooler nights.—
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“Emit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emit. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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