1
as in radiating
to throw or give off
nuclei that emit gamma rays
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as in uttering
to send forth using the vocal chords
I was so scared I couldn't emit a peep
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Recent Examples of emitting
Pictures and video included with that post showed the helicopter burning in a field, emitting dark black plumes of smoke.
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Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
But this process comes with a hefty environmental cost, relying on fossil fuels and emitting greenhouse gases.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Dec. 2024
Radars operate by emitting electromagnetic radiation, which is reflected by objects and detected by the radar system.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Dec. 2024
The stock — which is focused on organic light emitting diode, or OLED, technologies — has slid 22% in 2024.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
Data centers and transmission networks worldwide are already responsible for emitting as much carbon dioxide annually as Brazil, according to the IEA, and that number is expected to rise as AI use grows.
—Heiko Claussen, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Eyewitness reports, social media videos and officials confirm the drones are up to 6 feet in diameter, can quickly go from emitting eerie lights to no light at all and often avoid detection.
—Sophia Pargas, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
Plus, the lightweight formula sinks in quickly without emitting any offputting smells or leaving behind a tacky texture.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Dec. 2024
Uranium is a radioactive element, meaning its atoms are unstable and decay over time, emitting ionizing radiation.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
But this process comes with a hefty environmental cost, relying on fossil fuels and emitting greenhouse gases.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Dec. 2024
Radars operate by emitting electromagnetic radiation, which is reflected by objects and detected by the radar system.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Dec. 2024
The stock — which is focused on organic light emitting diode, or OLED, technologies — has slid 22% in 2024.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
Data centers and transmission networks worldwide are already responsible for emitting as much carbon dioxide annually as Brazil, according to the IEA, and that number is expected to rise as AI use grows.
—Heiko Claussen, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Eyewitness reports, social media videos and officials confirm the drones are up to 6 feet in diameter, can quickly go from emitting eerie lights to no light at all and often avoid detection.
—Sophia Pargas, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
Plus, the lightweight formula sinks in quickly without emitting any offputting smells or leaving behind a tacky texture.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Dec. 2024
Uranium is a radioactive element, meaning its atoms are unstable and decay over time, emitting ionizing radiation.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emitting
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Those affected may have chronic low back pain, stiffness, and radiating pain into the buttocks or legs, aggravated by activities that involve bending or lifting.Sarah Jividen, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
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Beyond the dust of Liverpool’s dock road and the huge lorries rolling in and out of the city’s port, the glass panels of Everton’s new home at the Bramley-Moore Dock sparkle impressively, radiating ambition.Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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Morgan Wallen treated his fans to a New Year's Eve surprise by releasing a new song.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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After releasing their independent debut record in 1987, Jane’s released their major label debut, Nothing’s Shocking, in 1988.Aaron Gilbreath, SPIN, 31 Dec. 2024
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Speaking of voters, as one of the 50 AP voters, I am stressed about casting my ballot for league MVP this year.Dianna Russini, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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Republicans often invoke Soros's name in campaign rhetoric, casting him as a symbol of elite liberal influence.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
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In the case of Sunday's plane tragedy in South Korea, the pilot of Jeju Air Flight 2216 had declared mayday after issuing the bird strike alert, said Joo Jong-wan, director of the aviation policy division at South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport.Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 31 Dec. 2024
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Written by Celia Marks and a team of editors at Southern Living Magazine, the party cookbook is brimming with sensible, tactful advice about issuing invitations, entertaining in limited spaces and seating arrangements.Rai Mincey, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Emitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emitting. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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