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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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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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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
During years of turmoil for the city and the country, Rayner’s programs daily radiated joy and positivity.
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Michael Peregrine, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
The meteors appear to radiate from the constellation Boötes, also known as the herdsman, the American Meteor Society’s Lunsford said via email.
—Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 1 Jan. 2026
First observed in 1825, the meteor shower radiates from an obsolete constellation called Quadrans Muralis—named by a French astronomer in 1795, it was left out of the International Astronomical Union’s list of official constellations in 1922.
—Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 1 Jan. 2026
The space is charming, and the entire team radiates warmth and kindness.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
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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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Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.—
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Animal Friends says Puppy Bowl XII will showcase inspiring journeys from birth to adoption and shine a spotlight on the dedication of the rescues and shelters that help animals find loving homes.—
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With its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2060, China is working diligently to move away from fossil fuels toward non-carbon-emitting energy sources.—
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The Frost automatically determines the length of time the cycle should run and emits a beep when finished.—
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But at no time was her skin not glowing through.—
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That's when the stars will really be glowing.—
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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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Part of this growing divide between the rich and the average worker can also be traced back to where these households derive their wealth—namely from their exposure to the booming stock market of 2025.—
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The brand’s very name, derived from a Sanskrit word, encapsulates Ghiya’s internationalism.—
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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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As time passed, Webster found his views diverging from some of his neighbors’ in the Hudson Valley.—
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As some of those threats receded, Saudi and Emirati priorities began to diverge, bringing competing agendas to the fore.—
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“Radiate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiate. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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