EMANATION Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

emanation

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Definition of emanation

as in emission

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Recent Examples of emanation The Dalai Lama himself is believed by his followers to be an emanation of Avalokiteshvara, the Buddhist god of compassion. — Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 2 July 2025 Thus, in Halifax’s universe, decision making is mostly an emanation of character. — David Brooks, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026 Medieval Kabbalists envisioned a Godhead that expressed itself through ten emanations. — Manvir Singh, New Yorker, 9 Mar. 2026 In 2015, for instance, Tel Aviv University researchers demonstrated a radio spying device that could steal information from a computer based on the electromagnetic emanations of its processor from a couple of feet away. — Andy Greenberg, Wired News, 4 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for emanation

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In March, the administration filed a new lawsuit again trying to block California’s ability to set stricter-than-federal emissions standards for cars.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
The technology can raise greenhouse gas emissions and has been shown to increase temperatures in cities where it’s widely used.

— Christopher Cann, USA Today, 2 July 2026

Definition of emission

Noun

These curious objects display very little emission associated with galactic jets or other outflows.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 6 July 2026
India’s main stock index last month outperformed other emerging markets by the most since November, and foreign outflows hit a four-month low.

— J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of outflow

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Normally, the onshore flow — a west-to-southwest wind that creates the ocean breeze and pushes air away from the coasts — would push the particulate matter with it.

— Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
This would let traffic flow, which is so necessary for the vitality and economy of Chicago; provide a safer route for bikers; and ease the frustration of all of those on the streets of Chicago.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026

Definition of flow

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Montgomery’s death provoked an outpouring of heartfelt support.

— Sarah M.S. Pearsall, The Conversation, 2 July 2026
Every Fourth of July, Americans celebrate the birth of the United States with fireworks, parades, concerts, family gatherings, and an outpouring of sometimes temporary patriotism.

— Joseph Andrew, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

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