as in to penetrate
to spread throughout
the smell of freshly baked bread permeated the house
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The story has now permeated pop culture, leaving a lasting impression on generations of younger and older readers alike, with movie adaptations and a TV show currently streaming on Disney+.
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Rebecca Aizin, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2024
While this specific property at 6 Quail Meadow Drive in Woodside, California, wasn’t designed by Wright, his style permeates the entire home.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2024
With Springfield thrust into an angry national debate over immigration, dread has permeated neighborhoods across the city.
—David Wharton, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2024
Black women’s stylistic influence permeated every layer of culture, originating in the hood, making it to the main stage, and continuing across culture today.
—Essence, 20 Sep. 2024
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Rebecca Aizin, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2024
While this specific property at 6 Quail Meadow Drive in Woodside, California, wasn’t designed by Wright, his style permeates the entire home.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2024
With Springfield thrust into an angry national debate over immigration, dread has permeated neighborhoods across the city.
—David Wharton, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2024
Black women’s stylistic influence permeated every layer of culture, originating in the hood, making it to the main stage, and continuing across culture today.
—Essence, 20 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for permeate
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“Permeate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permeate. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.
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