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
Regardless of whether these special guests are staying in the fit-for-royalty Regency Room or the Seaside Retreat that exudes relaxed coastal energy, Robinson takes extra joy in giving them the VIP treatment.
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Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
The château’s striking original facade somehow melds serendipitously with the contemporary interior, which exudes calm thanks to natural stone, fine woods, and muted fabrics throughout.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The steel is a reinforcement of the ring’s architectural structure and draws from Rome’s ancient columns, while the gold exudes both warmth and definition.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
Everything about this watch exudes exclusivity through subtle nods to the history of the Daytona.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
This British name just exudes a sense of sophistication.
—Lydia Wang, Parents, 12 Apr. 2026
Now, with the burden of history lifted and the demons of past Masters Sundays exorcised, McIlroy exudes a freedom his past steps around this place did not enjoy.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Hegseth exudes contempt for the rules of war, international law and simple humanity.
—Steve Chapman, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Indeed, every fiber of Flagg’s on-court persona exudes a desire to win, while playing for a franchise whose best interest since at least February has been to lose for improved draft lottery odds.
—Brad Townsend, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
The château’s striking original facade somehow melds serendipitously with the contemporary interior, which exudes calm thanks to natural stone, fine woods, and muted fabrics throughout.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The steel is a reinforcement of the ring’s architectural structure and draws from Rome’s ancient columns, while the gold exudes both warmth and definition.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
Everything about this watch exudes exclusivity through subtle nods to the history of the Daytona.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
This British name just exudes a sense of sophistication.
—Lydia Wang, Parents, 12 Apr. 2026
Now, with the burden of history lifted and the demons of past Masters Sundays exorcised, McIlroy exudes a freedom his past steps around this place did not enjoy.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Hegseth exudes contempt for the rules of war, international law and simple humanity.
—Steve Chapman, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Indeed, every fiber of Flagg’s on-court persona exudes a desire to win, while playing for a franchise whose best interest since at least February has been to lose for improved draft lottery odds.
—Brad Townsend, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exudes
Verb
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Amanda oozes pick-me energy, unable to build self-esteem from within, instead begging for validation through desirability, something that will always be a slippery slope for someone in a monogamous relationship.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
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But Flynn also oozes sniveling self-righteousness while hotly defending and petitioning for childhood innocence (amusing hints emerge that the daughter is a somewhat lazy and dim underachiever).—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There’s Cassie licking a melting ice cream cone as the ice cream drips down her bare chest.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
20 Apr. 2026
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On the illustrious campus of Kingston College, prestige drips off students, faculty and architecture.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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The strawberries get super syrupy and sweet with just a little tang from the lemon, and that flavor seeps into the biscuits in the best way.—
Marianne Williams,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2026
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That dissonance seeps into every aspect of life, even in a place considered a refuge for LGBTQ+ people.—
Theresa Gaffney,
STAT,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Newcastle is part of Tyneside, an area around the banks of the River Tyne that has been shaped by industry, a context that flows through A Great Day in Newcastle.—
Archie Forde,
Pitchfork,
1 May 2026
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Observing tips The lunar disk is entirely bereft of shadows during the full moon phase, making this the perfect time to trace the outline of lunar maria — where lava flows filled colossal impact basins billions of years ago before hardening to form sweeping basaltic plains.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
1 May 2026
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That, in turn, depends on controlling water flow and pressure as the liquid percolates through the coffee grounds.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 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
Verb
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Swiss skier Melanie Meillard weeps in the arms of her teammate Janine Schmitt after missing a turn on her slalom run Women’s Team Combined Slalom.—
Staff Photographer,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Cannon weeps into an expansive white space that only she and Trish inhabit.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
17 Dec. 2025
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