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as in disseminating
to cause to be known over a considerable area or by many people
circulate the plans for the new stadium around town to get people's reaction
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as in whispering
to make (as a piece of information) the subject of common talk without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
circulated a rumor that someone was about to be fired
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as in spreading
to become known
the prince denies the story about an extramarital affair that's been circulating in the tabloids
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Recent Examples of circulating
Measles quickly started circulating beyond Mennonites.
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Mary Beth Sheridan, CNN Money, 17 May 2026
Video circulating on social media showed two fighter jets colliding midair before spinning toward the ground in a fiery crash amid black plumes of smoke.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 17 May 2026
Dirty filters can cause allergies by circulating dust, mold, and other allergens throughout your home when the AC is on during the summer.
—Hiranmayi Srinivasan, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
Such behavior change occurs when communities learn that a dangerous pathogen is circulating and respond by seeking care earlier, avoiding traditional burial practices, and limiting contact.
—John Drake, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Videos circulating on social media showed large and aggressive crowds at stores, and at least one person was arrested in New York City, according to The New York Times.
—James Powel, USA Today, 17 May 2026
Martin suggested that other Republicans are circulating equally misleading mailers, but that the party is targeting DeMaio.
—Andrew Graham
may 15, Sacbee.com, 16 May 2026
Pasteur said the viruses detected in patients from the ship were identical to each other and about 97% similar to some Andes viruses circulating in South America, including those identified in rodents.
—CBS News, 16 May 2026
Clipping agencies typically don’t charge extra if a campaign’s view count exceeds whatever the client originally paid for; once the budget is met, the meter stops, but the clips that have been posted keep circulating.
—Lane Brown, Vulture, 15 May 2026
Mary Beth Sheridan, CNN Money, 17 May 2026
Video circulating on social media showed two fighter jets colliding midair before spinning toward the ground in a fiery crash amid black plumes of smoke.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 17 May 2026
Dirty filters can cause allergies by circulating dust, mold, and other allergens throughout your home when the AC is on during the summer.
—Hiranmayi Srinivasan, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
Such behavior change occurs when communities learn that a dangerous pathogen is circulating and respond by seeking care earlier, avoiding traditional burial practices, and limiting contact.
—John Drake, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Videos circulating on social media showed large and aggressive crowds at stores, and at least one person was arrested in New York City, according to The New York Times.
—James Powel, USA Today, 17 May 2026
Martin suggested that other Republicans are circulating equally misleading mailers, but that the party is targeting DeMaio.
—Andrew Graham
may 15, Sacbee.com, 16 May 2026
Pasteur said the viruses detected in patients from the ship were identical to each other and about 97% similar to some Andes viruses circulating in South America, including those identified in rodents.
—CBS News, 16 May 2026
Clipping agencies typically don’t charge extra if a campaign’s view count exceeds whatever the client originally paid for; once the budget is met, the meter stops, but the clips that have been posted keep circulating.
—Lane Brown, Vulture, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for circulating
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Apkarian found that the ads, which have been on the airwaves for more than 20 years, violated California’s false advertising law by disseminating public statements about the disposal of property — specifically vehicle donations — that were misleading by omission.—
Francie Ebert,
NBC news,
18 May 2026
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Hamas was filming the crimes as they were being committed and disseminating footage online.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
14 May 2026
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Then, after nearly a decade as a partner, that voice stopped whispering and started roaring.—
Suzanne Roske,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Smaller seats, less legroom, meals on a budget, and now someone whispering indiscreet sweet nothings to their lover in my ear.—
Charlie Hobbs,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 May 2026
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Even minor sparks or drifting embers can incite nearby foliage or grass, setting off a rapidly spreading fire.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
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Hantavirus misinformation is spreading fast.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
15 May 2026
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Fascism, then and now, is masterful at propagating and reinforcing its ideas through an aesthetic that captivates a large number of people.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
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Avoid propagating plants that are actively flowering.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Apr. 2026
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The late-night host concluded his TV tenure in May 2015 after revealing his plans to retire the previous year.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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Such spectroscopy is a powerful technique for in-depth studies of celestial objects, capable of revealing their rotation, motion, composition, distance, and much more.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
15 May 2026
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Mini bars burst with silk eye covers, collagen masks, melatonin sprays and ear plugs, suggesting the bacchanalia Estelle encourages.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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Producer prices growth in April outpaced consumer price gains for the first time since July 2022, with OCBC's Xie suggesting companies will absorb a large part of the commodity shock rather than pass it fully to consumers.—
Anniek Bao,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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Zelenskyy -- who has called for a long-term ceasefire -- had refused to accept Putin’s pause in recent days, hinting that Ukraine might strike the parade.—
Nicholas Kerr,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
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Trouble brewing Some analysts are hinting that trouble may be brewing for budget hotels, which are seeing an uptick in foreclosures and bankruptcies.—
Pat Maio,
Oc Register,
2 May 2026
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“Circulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/circulating. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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