as in suffusing
to spread throughout
the smell of freshly baked bread permeated the house
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However, any developments permeating this space need to be pursued responsibly, with a steadfast commitment to transparency, ethical considerations, and user empowerment.
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Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
In his Difficult Questions with Glen Dinzweiler podcast, available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Youtube, Glen answers the queries permeating society, delving into the depths of the human experience to find the answers in attainable, 20-minutes-long episodes.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
Everything's hot and muggy, and there's voodoo and magic and booze and music permeating the air.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024
From day one, showrunner Jac Schaeffer knew of that theory chatter permeating the internet and imparted unto her actor that the shock wouldn't be the Billy reveal itself.
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 14 Oct. 2024
When using a ceramic vessel, make sure to properly seal the inside to prevent any oil from permeating the pores.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 6 Oct. 2024
The company is on more stable footing than Yoox or Net-a-porter and has managed to transcend the malaise permeating much of the luxury sector.
—David Moin, WWD, 3 Oct. 2024
Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
In his Difficult Questions with Glen Dinzweiler podcast, available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Youtube, Glen answers the queries permeating society, delving into the depths of the human experience to find the answers in attainable, 20-minutes-long episodes.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
Everything's hot and muggy, and there's voodoo and magic and booze and music permeating the air.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024
From day one, showrunner Jac Schaeffer knew of that theory chatter permeating the internet and imparted unto her actor that the shock wouldn't be the Billy reveal itself.
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 14 Oct. 2024
When using a ceramic vessel, make sure to properly seal the inside to prevent any oil from permeating the pores.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 6 Oct. 2024
The company is on more stable footing than Yoox or Net-a-porter and has managed to transcend the malaise permeating much of the luxury sector.
—David Moin, WWD, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Permeating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permeating. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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