vents 1 of 2

verb

Definition of ventsnext
present tense third-person singular of vent
1
as in unleashes
to find emotional release for vented her anger and then quickly calmed down

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2
as in voices
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) vented his opinions freely and loudly at town meetings

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3
as in radiates
to throw or give off a clothes dryer venting steam

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vents

2 of 2

noun

plural of vent
as in outlets

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  1. radiates
  2. outlets
  3. releases
  4. casts
  5. observations
  6. emits
  7. gives
  8. shoots
Verb
  • 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
Noun
  • Do the hiring practices of a handful of élite outlets really measure up to the stakes and moral seriousness of the decades of conflict that Coates describes?
    Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Larry has covered baseball and other sports for every sports wire service along with other outlets over the past two decades.
    Larry Fleisher, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of outlets
Verb
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of releases
Verb
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of casts
Noun
  • Morrison’s observations of Jonathan take the form of quips.
    Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Speaking of tricky detections, the scientists also found hints of three more exoplanets that might also be orbiting Barnard’s star, but further observations will be needed to confirm them.
    Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of observations
Verb
  • 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
Verb
  • After its massive renovation last year, the iconic hotel gives Wes Anderson vibes and exudes Old Hollywood glamour.
    Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Proposition 135 proposes an amendment to the Arizona Constitution that gives the Legislature more authority to determine the length of a state of emergency and new power to shape what a governor can do during that time.
    Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of gives
Verb
  • The soap, which is in its 60th season, shoots many months in advance which is why fans will have to wait until next summer to see their favorites.
    Lynette Rice, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2024
  • The killer turns his gun on River and then—much to our hero’s surprise—shoots the chain instead.
    Erik Kain, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of shoots
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