expels

verb

Definition of expelsnext
present tense third-person singular of expel
1
as in ejects
to drive or force out animal lover though I am, I was determined to expel the uninvited mouse from my room

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2
as in radiates
to throw or give off something in a wastebasket was expelling a foul odor

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3
as in erupts
to violently throw out or off (something from within) ringing and flashing madly, the slot machine expelled a bucketful of quarters

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4
as in exhales
to let or force out of the lungs asked the patient to expel a deep breath

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expels
  1. radiates
  2. casts
  3. erupts
  4. emits
  5. releases
  6. eliminates
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  • William Brenner radiates an uncompromising kind of confidence, from the shiny top of his balding skull to his professionally polished loafers.
    Lizz Schumer, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024
  • Many people describe Quinn, who radiates positive energy and has an infectious smile, as the doyenne of LA’s art scene.
    Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 10 Oct. 2024
Definition of radiates
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  • Perhaps other cats do the same because the moonlight casts shadows on the walls of their home, Siracusa said.
    Marina Koren, The Atlantic, 21 Oct. 2024
  • The ‘petals’ that make up this feature were inspired by the blue agave plant and casts a dramatic shadow around the bar to integrate light throughout the space.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of casts
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  • Both Walz and Vance complied, thereby precluding a brawl that erupts when one boxer fights by Marquess of Queensbury Rules and the other one doesn’t – or if neither does.
    Eli Amdur, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
  • My review bike arrived in what appeared to be a glossy black finish (above), but once in sunlight, the paint erupts with a rainbow of metal flake glitter (below).
    William Roberson, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of erupts
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  • Every time a monster approaches, James’ radio emits static, eerily alerting the player that a threat draws near.
    George Yang, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The process of making cow leather for your favorite pair of boots causes pollution and emits greenhouse gases, according to the letter.
    Annasofia Scheve, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of emits
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  • The ingredient releases gradually overnight to restore elasticity, even out the skin tone, and minimize the appearance of wrinkles without irritating the skin.
    Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
  • In addition to these core expressions, Johnnie Walker releases limited-edition bottlings and innovations, such as the Johnnie Walker High Rye.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of releases
Verb
  • House Bill 5803 eliminates a 3% contribution Michigan public school teachers pay toward retiree health care benefits.
    Clara Hendrickson, Detroit Free Press, 4 Oct. 2024
  • After using the device for a few months, the 10-year-old carpet in my bedroom looks so much brighter, and the machine eliminates the amount of elbow grease and time necessary to deep clean.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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