1
as in exudes
to flow forth slowly through small openings
maple sap oozed slowly from the cut in the tree and into the bucket
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as in drags
to move slowly
the line more or less oozes past the body lying in state, as mourners are not allowed to pause
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Recent Examples of oozes
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.
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Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
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
This town oozes with creative spirit!
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 31 Mar. 2026
Inside, the vibe oozes understated cool in neutral shades of cream made interesting by pops of color and quirky art—a gold toilet sculpture here, a squiggly wall there.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
The suppurating contempt Sheridan feels for the Big Apple oozes its way through much of the series, its condescending pus infecting stunning vistas, swelling musical compositions and at least one award-worthy performance, courtesy of Michelle Pfeiffer.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Davis wore the brand’s Seine 75 Pump, a perfectly opulent style that oozes luxeness thanks to the red velvet upper that’s so yummy, as well as the crystal brooch on the toe bed that screams, well, elegance.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
Burke oozes with pride when sharing stories about the historical restaurant, which sits in the heart of Mount Lookout Square.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Mar. 2026
Melpignano, whose family also owns the award-winning Borgo Egnazia, brings the same warm energy that the Apulian resort is known for, though Castel Badia oozes a decidedly South Tyrolean vibe.
—Jenn Rice, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
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
This town oozes with creative spirit!
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 31 Mar. 2026
Inside, the vibe oozes understated cool in neutral shades of cream made interesting by pops of color and quirky art—a gold toilet sculpture here, a squiggly wall there.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
The suppurating contempt Sheridan feels for the Big Apple oozes its way through much of the series, its condescending pus infecting stunning vistas, swelling musical compositions and at least one award-worthy performance, courtesy of Michelle Pfeiffer.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Davis wore the brand’s Seine 75 Pump, a perfectly opulent style that oozes luxeness thanks to the red velvet upper that’s so yummy, as well as the crystal brooch on the toe bed that screams, well, elegance.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
Burke oozes with pride when sharing stories about the historical restaurant, which sits in the heart of Mount Lookout Square.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Mar. 2026
Melpignano, whose family also owns the award-winning Borgo Egnazia, brings the same warm energy that the Apulian resort is known for, though Castel Badia oozes a decidedly South Tyrolean vibe.
—Jenn Rice, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oozes
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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.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
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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
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The trio pulled up on e-bikes, drove up to the entrance of the Information Center and began shouting and taking pictures, pausing to take drags off a vape while peering through the shuttered doors.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Work fewer than 35 years and the SSA plugs zeros into the missing slots, which drags your benefit down.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2026
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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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Think about how often your toddler crawls near the dog bed or your kids toss pet toys around the living room.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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In the book, Grace drags Rocky back to his part of the ship, exposing himself to the Eridian environment; in the film, Rocky crawls back while Grace is unconscious.—
Matthew Razak,
Space.com,
23 Mar. 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
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As the world creeps toward peak travel season, industry leaders are taking notice of the fuel shortages.—
Justin Klawans,
TheWeek,
13 Apr. 2026
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The bottom line Concentration risk often creeps into your portfolio over time.—
Doug Ashburn,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 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
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Tristan returns home and greets James while Siegfried shuffles the woman out the window.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
12 Jan. 2026
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That is not unique — Major League Baseball’s offseason shuffles along at a deliberate pace, just as the Dodgers historically have liked.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Oozes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oozes. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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