1
as in emanating
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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2
as in shining
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 emitting
to throw or give off
the sun radiates tiny amounts of energy in the form of microwaves
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Recent Examples of radiating
An ice dam occurs when the snow piled on your roof begins to melt from the sun or the heat radiating from your home.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
The classic, expensive-looking accessory instantly dresses up any outfit, with the intricate design radiating luxury and elegance.
—Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 17 Jan. 2026
That shooting further heightened the fear and anger radiating across the Minnesota city since an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a Renee Good in the head.
—Steve Karnowski, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
The shops’ resurgence is powered by young people who seek out their warmth-radiating velvet interiors and welcoming atmosphere.
—Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 14 Jan. 2026
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.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2026
The Arc de Triomphe sits inside the busiest traffic roundabout in Paris, with 12 avenues radiating out from its center.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
Some designs add a pattern of reflective material to the outer shell to keep heat from radiating out into the cold air.
—Longji Cui, The Conversation, 26 Dec. 2025
Doherty is radiating positive energy.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 23 Dec. 2025
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
The classic, expensive-looking accessory instantly dresses up any outfit, with the intricate design radiating luxury and elegance.
—Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 17 Jan. 2026
That shooting further heightened the fear and anger radiating across the Minnesota city since an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a Renee Good in the head.
—Steve Karnowski, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
The shops’ resurgence is powered by young people who seek out their warmth-radiating velvet interiors and welcoming atmosphere.
—Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 14 Jan. 2026
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.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2026
The Arc de Triomphe sits inside the busiest traffic roundabout in Paris, with 12 avenues radiating out from its center.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
Some designs add a pattern of reflective material to the outer shell to keep heat from radiating out into the cold air.
—Longji Cui, The Conversation, 26 Dec. 2025
Doherty is radiating positive energy.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 23 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiating
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Concerns about fumes emanating from a local hazardous-waste disposal site prompted her, in 1992, to form MOSES (Mothers Organized to Stop Environmental Sins).—
Mark Lamster
Architecture Critic,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Feb. 2026
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The center is engraved in a pattern of undulating rays emanating from the hour and minute guichets (windows), meant to resemble the edges of clouds pierced through with sunlight.—
Carol Besler,
Robb Report,
6 Feb. 2026
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Park City will always be the shining city on a hill — or, mountain top — where the halcyon days of American independent film played out.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Feb. 2026
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In 2024, under Malaysia’s unique rotating monarchy, the current Sultan of Johor, Ibrahim Ibni Iskandar, was crowned the nation’s king for five years, shining a brighter spotlight on his state.—
Jeff Chu,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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Elastocaloric systems have attracted attention in recent years because their cooling doesn’t rely on greenhouse gas-emitting refrigerants.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
5 Feb. 2026
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Alongside 66 potential member galaxies, X-ray emitting gas was spotted by NASA’s Chandra.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
2 Feb. 2026
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Plates of brisket, pulled pork and mac and cheese moved between tables as beers kept flowing.—
Martin Silva Rey,
Fortune,
10 Feb. 2026
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Her Sunnyside restaurant feels like a celebration of cultures, flowing with fruit-forward cocktails, as tables share stews like the red lentil misir humming with heat and warmed with cardamom and cloves.—
Andrea Strong,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Feb. 2026
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Jennifer Grey is glowing on a girls’ getaway.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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During this dramatic event, the moon will slide in front of the sun but won't cover it completely, leaving a glowing 'ring of fire' around the edges.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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But if work, school, doctor's appointments, or other responsibilities prevent one from casting a ballot that day, early voting is an alternative.—
Lauren Victory,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Only then did the chemistry of the casting start to surface as the four Monkees came together on the set.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Latin superstar singer Bad Bunny is branching into the podcast game.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2026
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Gray matter consists of regions of nerve cell bodies and branching nerve fibers called dendrites, as well as points of connection between nerve cells.—
Christopher M. Filley,
The Conversation,
3 Feb. 2026
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Wild animals had gnawed through the pressurized canisters, releasing the chemicals inside.—
Rachel Becker,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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More than a week after Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, went missing from her Arizona home in a possible kidnapping, law enforcement brought a man in for questioning before releasing him.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
12 Feb. 2026
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“Radiating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiating. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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