dissemination

noun

Definition of disseminationnext
1
as in diffusion

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2
as in distribution

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Recent Examples of dissemination This holds true not only for academics—who are motivated by the wide dissemination of their work—but also for AI companies, which use participation in the OSS community as an effective recruiting, problem-solving, and public relations strategy. — Jared Dunnmon, Foreign Affairs, 28 Feb. 2025 The request highlights the potentially shocking nature of photos and videos collected during the investigation and the possibility of their dissemination by the media. — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025 However, the circumstances surrounding these two deaths require accurate dissemination of important information. — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025 Disbanded five groups of outside experts that advise government on data collection and dissemination and that serve, in important ways, as independent watchdogs. — Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dissemination
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissemination
  1. diffusion
  2. distribution
  3. circulation
  4. propagation
  5. transmission
  6. production
Noun
  • President Wants ‘Fair Deals’ With Other Countries—But Unlikely Before Midnight Deadline Google’s Android Update—Bad News For Samsung And Pixel Users How does diffusion work?
    — John Werner, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
  • In February, John Smedley launched a diffusion line, JS by John Smedley, which is sold exclusively at John Lewis, that retails for $56 to $239, below the average of $305 in its core line.
    — Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of diffusion
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  • The ongoing instability of the power grid has also led to protests, with many criticizing LUMA, which took over power transmission and distribution in 2021.
    — Jon Haworth, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2025
  • Last year, a $2.4 billion distribution from Harvard’s endowment accounted for more than a third of the university’s funding.
    — Chelsea Bailey, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2025
Definition of distribution
Noun
  • Zipper Front zippers are another way to increase ventilation and air circulation while riding.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Smokers and those with diabetes are generally not good candidates, as the tummy skin is undermined during the surgery, and these conditions can affect circulation and slow healing.
    — Michelle Lee, People.com, 5 Apr. 2025
Definition of circulation
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  • Any leaves intended for propagation should be peeled (not cut) from the plant.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Learn about the botany, seed propagation and division propagation of bulbs as well as the culture and care of bulbs in containers and the ground.
    — Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2025
Definition of propagation
Noun
  • Similar in packaging to an IGH but different in execution, continuously variable hubs function like the transmission in a midrange automobile.
    — Chris Cona, ArsTechnica, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Also combining three electric motors—two on the front axle, plus a third integrated into the dual-clutch transmission—the power train of the Valhalla delivers 1,079 hp and 811 ft lbs of torque.
    — Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of transmission
Noun
  • According to researchers, removing a single gene that controls production of a hormone called thyroxine can create swarms of tadpoles incapable of their usual metamorphosis into adult amphibians.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The larger portion of the mask is formulated with NAD+, a coenzyme that supports collagen production and soothes antioxidative stress, and the lower chin piece puts polylactic acid to work in each little microfiber of the mask to lift, firm, and improve texture and tone evenness.
    — Annie Blackman, Allure, 10 Apr. 2025
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