exudes

present tense third-person singular of exude
as in oozes
to flow forth slowly through small openings a sticky resin exudes from the bark of the tree

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Recent Examples of exudes With flourishes such as spherical, yellow-light lamps and a giraffe print sourced from artisans around the globe, the space exudes an eclectic warmth, balancing elegance with a touch of the unexpected. Sam Falb, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025 Rather, the proud parent exudes confidence. Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025 Listen to this article East Chicago Central senior Greg Williams exudes a quiet confidence. Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025 The film, in its trivial way, exudes a dyspeptic downer vibe, the result of everyone in it being so testy and unpleasant. Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025 Her vision and creativity brought a fresh perspective to every design, resulting in a collection that exudes her iconic style and celebrates family bonds. Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 11 Mar. 2025 Nestled on a private knoll surrounded by majestic century-old oaks, the estate exudes exclusivity and serenity while remaining just minutes from Highway 24 and Lafayette’s dynamic downtown. Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025 Shot by Kacper Kasprzyk and styled by Carine Roitfeld, the spread exudes elegance and sophistication. Mecca Pryor, Essence, 10 Mar. 2025 Whatever word comes to mind — aura, presence, stature, charisma — Fonseca, 18, exudes it. Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 17 Feb. 2025

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“Exudes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exudes. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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