1
as in emanating
to extend outwards from or as if from a central point
the heat radiating from the fire the spokes of a bicycle wheel radiate from the hub towards the rim
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2
as in shining
to emit rays of light
fireflies give off their light by means of a chemical reaction that causes their abdomens to radiate
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3
as in emitting
to throw or give off
the sun radiates tiny amounts of energy in the form of microwaves
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Recent Examples of radiating
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.
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Sarah Jividen, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
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
When sealed correctly, a faucet cover traps heat radiating from indoor plumbing around the tap, preventing it from freezing and causing a burst pipe.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
Another image, taken by the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) on the Suomi NPP satellite, shows the heat signature radiating from the Reykjanes Peninsula around five hours after the eruption began—shining brighter even than the nearby capital city of Reykjavík.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
My generation was inspired by the revolutionary fervor radiating out of Iran that called for our people to take up arms against Israel and the West.
—Sheikh Abbas Al-Jawhari, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Boobe’s Oy Boyz partner Don Choo is on the set for most of the shoot at Noochie’s house, radiating a subtle aura of oversight.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 18 Nov. 2024
Still radiating a newlywed glow, supermodel Karen Elson, whose friendship with Simmons goes way back, also joined the shoe savants on co-hosting duty for the intimate afternoon.
—Freya Drohan, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024
Moser’s take on Geneva stripes—with wide, radiating brushing arcs and alternating sized stripes—is lovely.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2024
Sarah Jividen, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
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
When sealed correctly, a faucet cover traps heat radiating from indoor plumbing around the tap, preventing it from freezing and causing a burst pipe.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
Another image, taken by the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) on the Suomi NPP satellite, shows the heat signature radiating from the Reykjanes Peninsula around five hours after the eruption began—shining brighter even than the nearby capital city of Reykjavík.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
My generation was inspired by the revolutionary fervor radiating out of Iran that called for our people to take up arms against Israel and the West.
—Sheikh Abbas Al-Jawhari, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Boobe’s Oy Boyz partner Don Choo is on the set for most of the shoot at Noochie’s house, radiating a subtle aura of oversight.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 18 Nov. 2024
Still radiating a newlywed glow, supermodel Karen Elson, whose friendship with Simmons goes way back, also joined the shoe savants on co-hosting duty for the intimate afternoon.
—Freya Drohan, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024
Moser’s take on Geneva stripes—with wide, radiating brushing arcs and alternating sized stripes—is lovely.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiating
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Pictures and video included with that post showed the helicopter burning in a field, emitting dark black plumes of smoke.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Dec. 2024
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But this process comes with a hefty environmental cost, relying on fossil fuels and emitting greenhouse gases.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Dec. 2024
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The result is glowing, dancing auroras.—
Amanda Kooser,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
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When a comet approaches the Sun, the heat causes the ice in the nucleus to sublimate (turn directly from solid to gas), creating a glowing halo of gas and dust around the nucleus called the coma.—
Jess Thomson,
Newsweek,
7 Jan. 2025
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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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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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“Radiating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiating. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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