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as in disseminating
to cause to be known over a considerable area or by many people
circulate the plans for the new stadium around town to get people's reaction
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as in whispering
to make (as a piece of information) the subject of common talk without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
circulated a rumor that someone was about to be fired
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as in spreading
to become known
the prince denies the story about an extramarital affair that's been circulating in the tabloids
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Recent Examples of circulating
In a new book, Geoff Kelly traces how the artworks moved through criminal networks, where violence took the lives of key suspects and witnesses, and challenges long-circulating theories by revisiting key details.
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ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
The investigation began on Thursday after a clip of audio featuring Ciara Miller, Westling Wilson and Amanda Batula ended up circulating on social media, amid Wilson and Batula’s recent romance.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 26 Apr. 2026
Increase ventilation in the room by opening a window, using a vent fan, or adding a circulating fan.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
In early April, CDC scientists published the first large batch of data from advanced genetic sequencing of roughly 1,000 measles viruses that were circulating in the US last year.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Rumors were circulating that Pronger, who spent 18 years in the NHL with the Whalers, Blues, Oilers, Ducks, and Flyers, had interviewed for the job.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
News that Shue and Fiebig were together began circulating in 2023, and the two stepped out together at the 2024 Grassroot Soccer World AIDS Day Gala.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
Video circulating on social media appears to show a confrontation before the shooting that seemed to involve a large group of people.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 19 Apr. 2026
So Evelyn took it upon herself to prepare meals for the athletes, circulating a petition addressing the poor treatment the women were subjected to while soliciting menu suggestions.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
The investigation began on Thursday after a clip of audio featuring Ciara Miller, Westling Wilson and Amanda Batula ended up circulating on social media, amid Wilson and Batula’s recent romance.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 26 Apr. 2026
Increase ventilation in the room by opening a window, using a vent fan, or adding a circulating fan.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
In early April, CDC scientists published the first large batch of data from advanced genetic sequencing of roughly 1,000 measles viruses that were circulating in the US last year.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Rumors were circulating that Pronger, who spent 18 years in the NHL with the Whalers, Blues, Oilers, Ducks, and Flyers, had interviewed for the job.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
News that Shue and Fiebig were together began circulating in 2023, and the two stepped out together at the 2024 Grassroot Soccer World AIDS Day Gala.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
Video circulating on social media appears to show a confrontation before the shooting that seemed to involve a large group of people.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 19 Apr. 2026
So Evelyn took it upon herself to prepare meals for the athletes, circulating a petition addressing the poor treatment the women were subjected to while soliciting menu suggestions.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for circulating
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The mix seemed appropriate to higher education, which, after all, dedicates itself both to the very traditional act of conserving knowledge and to producing and disseminating fresh discoveries.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 Apr. 2026
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The leadership also froze the agency’s other election security work, which included assessing local election offices for physical and cybersecurity risks, and disseminating sensitive intelligence information on threats.—
Doug Bock Clark,
ProPublica,
13 Apr. 2026
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Rodriguez Castro frequently appears in photos whispering in his ear and, lately, choreographing every movement of his frail-looking grandfather during his scarce public appearances.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
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July 23 – August 22 The horizon is whispering your next lesson.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2026
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Experimentation is spreading across Asia.—
Catherine Thorbecke,
Twin Cities,
25 Apr. 2026
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Reznik said while the San Gabriel River system and adjacent spreading grounds, stretching from Irwindale to Long Beach, work exceptionally well, capturing 90% of the local runoff that percolates into underground basins for later use, that’s not true of some other waterways in the county.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Avoid propagating plants that are actively flowering.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Apr. 2026
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That means that winemakers across what is now France must have switched from domesticating wild grapes to propagating them directly—that is, cloning grapevines by taking cuttings of the plants to start new groves.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
24 Mar. 2026
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He was bound by nondisclosure agreements forbidding him from revealing classified or sensitive military information.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 2026
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In April 2026, CBS announced its fall schedule, revealing that hit shows like Matlock and Ghosts are being held until midseason for the 2026-2027 TV schedule.—
Christopher Rudolph,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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No one is suggesting that there not be lighting for safety, esthetics or safe travel.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Still, some of the most standout moments at Coachella 2026 seemed almost indifferent to that logic, suggesting that — as music is wont to do — a countercurrent may be bubbling up.—
Andrea Domanick,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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All three Afflecks wore tennis shoes, hinting that the actor's kids share his love of designer sneakers.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
12 Apr. 2026
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New York City police stood by their investigation, hinting that the five had been part of the attack along with Reyes, but in 2002 the convictions were vacated.—
Tracy Grant,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Circulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/circulating. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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